Hillcrest Christian College vs Somerset College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 2.8 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
Somerset College
Mudgeeraba · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,612 students · ICSEA 1157
| Measure | Hillcrest Christian College Reedy Creek QLD | Somerset College Mudgeeraba QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 65 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #64 of 275 | #32 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #362 of 1,259 | #255 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 2,055 | 1,612 |
| Girls / boys | 1,068 / 987 | 838 / 774 |
| Foundation intake | 112 | 104 |
| Year 7 cohort | 183 | 141 |
| Year 12 cohort | 151 | 135 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +42% | +11% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1104 | 1157 |
| ICSEA percentile | 85th | 96th |
| Top SEA quarter | 40% | 63% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 5% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 14.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 130.2 | 109.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 129.9 | 126.0 |
| Language background other than English | 19% | 34% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 0% |
| Suburb | Reedy Creek 4227 | Mudgeeraba 4213 |
| Council area | Gold Coast | Gold Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.hillcrest.qld.edu.au | www.somerset.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Somerset College scores higher on the Success Index (70.6 vs 65.1).
- •Somerset College has the higher ICSEA (1157 vs 1104), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Somerset College has fewer students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.8).
- •Hillcrest Christian College is the larger school with 2,055 students compared with 1,612.
- •Hillcrest Christian College has grown faster over five years (42% vs 11%).
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 Somerset College?
On the Success Index, Somerset College ranks higher (70.6 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 Somerset College?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Reedy Creek and Mudgeeraba in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Hillcrest Christian College has 15.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Somerset College has 14.7.
How do Hillcrest Christian College and Somerset College rank in QLD?
Hillcrest Christian College is 64th of 275 and Somerset College is 32nd of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.