Islamic College of Brisbane vs Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 28 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Islamic College of Brisbane
Karawatha · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,712 students · ICSEA 1057
Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School
Pimpama · Independent combined · Prep-12
794 students · ICSEA 1056
| Measure | Islamic College of Brisbane Karawatha QLD | Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School Pimpama QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 51 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #124 of 275 | #120 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #623 of 1,259 | #610 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,712 | 794 |
| Girls / boys | 895 / 817 | 411 / 383 |
| Foundation intake | 131 | 71 |
| Year 7 cohort | 129 | 77 |
| Year 12 cohort | 83 | 45 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +34% | +13% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1057 | 1056 |
| ICSEA percentile | 71th | 71th |
| Top SEA quarter | 28% | 20% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 20% | 12% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 14.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 107.8 | 54.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 72.4 | 48.4 |
| Language background other than English | 95% | 21% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 3% |
| Suburb | Karawatha 4117 | Pimpama 4209 |
| Council area | Brisbane | Gold Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.icb.qld.edu.au | www.lords.qld.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index scores (51.4 vs 52.0).
- •Islamic College of Brisbane has the higher ICSEA (1057 vs 1056), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School has fewer students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.9).
- •Islamic College of Brisbane is the larger school with 1,712 students compared with 794.
- •Islamic College of Brisbane has grown faster over five years (34% vs 13%).
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 Islamic College of Brisbane better than Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index. Differences in sector, size, year range and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Islamic College of Brisbane and Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Karawatha and Pimpama in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Islamic College of Brisbane has 15.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School has 14.5.
How do Islamic College of Brisbane and Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School rank in QLD?
Islamic College of Brisbane is 124th of 275 and Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School is 120th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.