Highlands Christian College vs Noosa Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 161 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Highlands Christian College
Toowoomba · Independent combined · Prep-12
670 students · ICSEA 1060
Noosa Christian College
Cooroy · Independent combined · Prep-12
478 students · ICSEA 1060
| Measure | Highlands Christian College Toowoomba QLD | Noosa Christian College Cooroy QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 50 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #133 of 275 | #73 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #659 of 1,259 | #402 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 670 | 478 |
| Girls / boys | 359 / 311 | 268 / 210 |
| Foundation intake | 46 | 31 |
| Year 7 cohort | 73 | 52 |
| Year 12 cohort | 41 | 25 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +12% | +99% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1060 | 1060 |
| ICSEA percentile | 72th | 72th |
| Top SEA quarter | 22% | 23% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 12% | 11% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 12.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 51.6 | 38.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 41.5 | 28.3 |
| Language background other than English | 28% | 9% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 4% |
| Suburb | Toowoomba 4350 | Cooroy 4563 |
| Council area | Toowoomba | Noosa |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.highlands.qld.edu.au | www.nac.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Noosa Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (63.4 vs 50.0).
- •Highlands Christian College is the larger school with 670 students compared with 478.
- •Noosa Christian College has grown faster over five years (99% vs 12%).
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 Highlands Christian College better than Noosa Christian College?
On the Success Index, Noosa Christian College ranks higher (63.4 vs 50.0 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 Highlands Christian College and Noosa Christian College?
About 161 km in a straight line, between Toowoomba and Cooroy in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Highlands Christian College has 13.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Noosa Christian College has 12.6.
How do Highlands Christian College and Noosa Christian College rank in QLD?
Highlands Christian College is 133rd of 275 and Noosa Christian College is 73rd of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.