Hillcrest Christian College vs Montessori International College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 164 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Hillcrest Christian College
Reedy Creek · Independent combined · Prep-12
2,055 students · ICSEA 1104
Montessori International College
Forest Glen · Independent combined · Prep-12
276 students · ICSEA 1104
| Measure | Hillcrest Christian College Reedy Creek QLD | Montessori International College Forest Glen QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 65 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #64 of 275 | #40 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #362 of 1,259 | #278 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 2,055 | 276 |
| Girls / boys | 1,068 / 987 | 157 / 119 |
| Foundation intake | 112 | 28 |
| Year 7 cohort | 183 | 23 |
| Year 12 cohort | 151 | 6 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +42% | -3% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1104 | 1104 |
| ICSEA percentile | 85th | 85th |
| Top SEA quarter | 40% | 38% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 5% | 5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 10.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 130.2 | 26.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 129.9 | 19.2 |
| Language background other than English | 19% | 15% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 1% |
| Suburb | Reedy Creek 4227 | Forest Glen 4556 |
| Council area | Gold Coast | Sunshine Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.hillcrest.qld.edu.au | www.montessori.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Montessori International College scores higher on the Success Index (69.2 vs 65.1).
- •Montessori International College has fewer students per teacher (10.3 vs 15.8).
- •Hillcrest Christian College is the larger school with 2,055 students compared with 276.
- •Hillcrest Christian College has grown faster over five years (42% vs -3%).
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 Hillcrest Christian College better than Montessori International College?
On the Success Index, Montessori International College ranks higher (69.2 vs 65.1 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 Hillcrest Christian College and Montessori International College?
About 164 km in a straight line, between Reedy Creek and Forest Glen in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Hillcrest Christian College has 15.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Montessori International College has 10.3.
How do Hillcrest Christian College and Montessori International College rank in QLD?
Hillcrest Christian College is 64th of 275 and Montessori International College is 40th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.