Good Shepherd Christian School vs Noosa Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 102 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Good Shepherd Christian School
Albany Creek · Independent combined · Prep-12
214 students · ICSEA 1061
Noosa Christian College
Cooroy · Independent combined · Prep-12
478 students · ICSEA 1060
| Measure | Good Shepherd Christian School Albany Creek QLD | Noosa Christian College Cooroy QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 67 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #52 of 275 | #73 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #320 of 1,259 | #402 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 214 | 478 |
| Girls / boys | 93 / 121 | 268 / 210 |
| Foundation intake | 24 | 31 |
| Year 7 cohort | 24 | 52 |
| Year 12 cohort | 4 | 25 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +96% | +99% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1061 | 1060 |
| ICSEA percentile | 72th | 72th |
| Top SEA quarter | 24% | 23% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 13% | 11% |
| Students per teacher | 9.2 | 12.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 23.2 | 38.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 12.6 | 28.3 |
| Language background other than English | 45% | 9% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 4% |
| Suburb | Albany Creek 4035 | Cooroy 4563 |
| Council area | Moreton Bay | Noosa |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.gscs.qld.edu.au | www.nac.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Good Shepherd Christian School scores higher on the Success Index (67.3 vs 63.4).
- •Good Shepherd Christian School has the higher ICSEA (1061 vs 1060), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Good Shepherd Christian School has fewer students per teacher (9.2 vs 12.6).
- •Noosa Christian College is the larger school with 478 students compared with 214.
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 Good Shepherd Christian School better than Noosa Christian College?
On the Success Index, Good Shepherd Christian School ranks higher (67.3 vs 63.4 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 Good Shepherd Christian School and Noosa Christian College?
About 102 km in a straight line, between Albany Creek and Cooroy in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Good Shepherd Christian School has 9.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Noosa Christian College has 12.6.
How do Good Shepherd Christian School and Noosa Christian College rank in QLD?
Good Shepherd Christian School is 52nd of 275 and Noosa Christian College is 73rd of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.