Groves Christian College vs Kingston State College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 407 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Groves Christian College
Kingston · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,678 students · ICSEA 977
Kingston State College
Kingston · Government high school · 7-12
866 students · ICSEA 901
| Measure | Groves Christian College Kingston QLD | Kingston State College Kingston QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 28 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #240 of 275 | #261 of 269 |
| National rank (type) | #1129 of 1,259 | #1447 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Secondary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,678 | 866 |
| Girls / boys | 848 / 830 | 440 / 426 |
| Foundation intake | 132 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 169 | 162 |
| Year 12 cohort | 100 | 196 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +7% | -9% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 977 | 901 |
| ICSEA percentile | 36th | 11th |
| Top SEA quarter | 7% | 1% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 41% | 67% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 10.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 111.0 | 78.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 81.2 | 44.0 |
| Language background other than English | 48% | 22% |
| Indigenous students | 4% | 16% |
| Suburb | Kingston 4114 | Kingston 4114 |
| Council area | Logan | Logan |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.groves.qld.edu.au | kingstonsc.eq.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Groves Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (27.5 vs 16.6).
- •Groves Christian College has the higher ICSEA (977 vs 901), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Kingston State College has fewer students per teacher (10.9 vs 15.1).
- •Groves Christian College is the larger school with 1,678 students compared with 866.
- •Groves Christian College has grown faster over five years (7% vs -9%).
- •Groves Christian College is a independent school while Kingston State College is a government school, so fees and enrolment rules differ.
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 Groves Christian College better than Kingston State College?
On the Success Index, Groves Christian College ranks higher (27.5 vs 16.6 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 Groves Christian College and Kingston State College?
About 407 m in a straight line, between Kingston and Kingston in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Groves Christian College has 15.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Kingston State College has 10.9.
How do Groves Christian College and Kingston State College rank in QLD?
Groves Christian College is 240th of 275 and Kingston State College is 261st of 269 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.