Iona College vs Moreton Bay College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 3.7 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Iona College
Lindum · Catholic combined · 5-12
1,802 students · ICSEA 1079
Moreton Bay College
Manly West · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,236 students · ICSEA 1139
| Measure | Iona College Lindum QLD | Moreton Bay College Manly West QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 57 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #96 of 275 | #23 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #505 of 1,259 | #221 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Catholic | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | 5-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,802 | 1,236 |
| Girls / boys | 0 / 1,802 | 1,236 / 0 |
| Foundation intake | – | 47 |
| Year 7 cohort | 237 | 125 |
| Year 12 cohort | 253 | 121 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +5% | +9% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1079 | 1139 |
| ICSEA percentile | 78th | 93th |
| Top SEA quarter | 32% | 54% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 10% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 13.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 141.6 | 95.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 88.9 | 66.6 |
| Language background other than English | 6% | 18% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 0% |
| Suburb | Lindum 4178 | Manly West 4179 |
| Council area | Brisbane | Brisbane |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.iona.qld.edu.au/ | www.mbc.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Moreton Bay College scores higher on the Success Index (72.1 vs 57.2).
- •Moreton Bay College has the higher ICSEA (1139 vs 1079), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Iona College is the larger school with 1,802 students compared with 1,236.
- •Iona College is a catholic school while Moreton Bay College is an independent 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 Iona College better than Moreton Bay College?
On the Success Index, Moreton Bay College ranks higher (72.1 vs 57.2 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 Iona College and Moreton Bay College?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Lindum and Manly West in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Iona College has 12.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Moreton Bay College has 13.0.
How do Iona College and Moreton Bay College rank in QLD?
Iona College is 96th of 275 and Moreton Bay College is 23rd of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.