Hymba Yumba Independent School vs Radiant Life College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 1328 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Hymba Yumba Independent School
Springfield · Independent combined · Prep-12
224 students · ICSEA 760
Radiant Life College
East Innisfail · Independent combined · Prep-10
137 students · ICSEA 749
| Measure | Hymba Yumba Independent School Springfield QLD | Radiant Life College East Innisfail QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 29 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #230 of 275 | #270 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #1100 of 1,259 | #1226 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-10 |
| Students | 224 | 137 |
| Girls / boys | 111 / 113 | 71 / 66 |
| Foundation intake | 12 | 11 |
| Year 7 cohort | 18 | 8 |
| Year 12 cohort | 12 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -5% | +54% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 760 | 749 |
| ICSEA percentile | 2th | 2th |
| Top SEA quarter | 2% | 2% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 73% | 75% |
| Students per teacher | 8.9 | 13.7 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 25.2 | 10.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 24.0 | 17.0 |
| Language background other than English | 1% | 78% |
| Indigenous students | 86% | 80% |
| Suburb | Springfield 4300 | East Innisfail 4860 |
| Council area | Ipswich | Cassowary Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.hyis.qld.edu.au | radiantlife.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Hymba Yumba Independent School scores higher on the Success Index (28.9 vs 21.8).
- •Hymba Yumba Independent School has the higher ICSEA (760 vs 749), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Hymba Yumba Independent School has fewer students per teacher (8.9 vs 13.7).
- •Hymba Yumba Independent School is the larger school with 224 students compared with 137.
- •Radiant Life College has grown faster over five years (54% vs -5%).
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 Hymba Yumba Independent School better than Radiant Life College?
On the Success Index, Hymba Yumba Independent School ranks higher (28.9 vs 21.8 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 Hymba Yumba Independent School and Radiant Life College?
About 1328 km in a straight line, between Springfield and East Innisfail in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Hymba Yumba Independent School has 8.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Radiant Life College has 13.7.
How do Hymba Yumba Independent School and Radiant Life College rank in QLD?
Hymba Yumba Independent School is 230th of 275 and Radiant Life College is 270th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.