Freshwater Christian College vs Livingstone Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 1439 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Freshwater Christian College
Brinsmead · Independent combined · Prep-12
562 students · ICSEA 1041
Livingstone Christian College
Ormeau · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,222 students · ICSEA 1043
| Measure | Freshwater Christian College Brinsmead QLD | Livingstone Christian College Ormeau QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 53 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #113 of 275 | #151 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #588 of 1,259 | #734 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 562 | 1,222 |
| Girls / boys | 259 / 303 | 603 / 619 |
| Foundation intake | 53 | 86 |
| Year 7 cohort | 44 | 98 |
| Year 12 cohort | 35 | 89 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -1% | +6% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1041 | 1043 |
| ICSEA percentile | 65th | 66th |
| Top SEA quarter | 21% | 17% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 14% | 18% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 13.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 46.1 | 88.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 38.7 | 57.4 |
| Language background other than English | 19% | 16% |
| Indigenous students | 7% | 2% |
| Suburb | Brinsmead 4870 | Ormeau 4208 |
| Council area | Cairns | Gold Coast |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.fcc.qld.edu.au | www.livingstone.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Freshwater Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (53.0 vs 46.2).
- •Livingstone Christian College has the higher ICSEA (1043 vs 1041), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Freshwater Christian College has fewer students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.9).
- •Livingstone Christian College is the larger school with 1,222 students compared with 562.
- •Livingstone Christian College has grown faster over five years (6% vs -1%).
The Success Index summarises community advantage, resourcing and momentum from ACARA data. It does not measure teaching quality, results or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Freshwater Christian College better than Livingstone Christian College?
On the Success Index, Freshwater Christian College ranks higher (53.0 vs 46.2 out of 100). The index measures community advantage and momentum from ACARA data, not teaching quality, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Freshwater Christian College and Livingstone Christian College?
About 1439 km in a straight line, between Brinsmead and Ormeau in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Freshwater Christian College has 12.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Livingstone Christian College has 13.9.
How do Freshwater Christian College and Livingstone Christian College rank in QLD?
Freshwater Christian College is 113th of 275 and Livingstone Christian College is 151st of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.