Islamic College of Brisbane vs Runcorn Heights State School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 2.7 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
Runcorn Heights State School
Runcorn · Government primary · Prep-6
553 students · ICSEA 1028
| Measure | Islamic College of Brisbane Karawatha QLD | Runcorn Heights State School Runcorn QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 51 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #124 of 275 | #321 of 804 |
| National rank (type) | #623 of 1,259 | #2644 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 1,712 | 553 |
| Girls / boys | 895 / 817 | 254 / 299 |
| Foundation intake | 131 | 61 |
| Year 7 cohort | 129 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 83 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +34% | -19% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1057 | 1028 |
| ICSEA percentile | 71th | 59th |
| Top SEA quarter | 28% | 18% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 20% | 24% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 13.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 107.8 | 39.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 72.4 | 18.4 |
| Language background other than English | 95% | 53% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 4% |
| Suburb | Karawatha 4117 | Runcorn 4113 |
| Council area | Brisbane | Brisbane |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.icb.qld.edu.au | runcheigss.eq.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index scores (51.4 vs 50.7).
- •Islamic College of Brisbane has the higher ICSEA (1057 vs 1028), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Runcorn Heights State School has fewer students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.9).
- •Islamic College of Brisbane is the larger school with 1,712 students compared with 553.
- •Islamic College of Brisbane has grown faster over five years (34% vs -19%).
- •Islamic College of Brisbane is a independent school while Runcorn Heights State School is a government 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 Islamic College of Brisbane better than Runcorn Heights State 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 Runcorn Heights State School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Karawatha and Runcorn in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Islamic College of Brisbane has 15.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Runcorn Heights State School has 13.9.
How do Islamic College of Brisbane and Runcorn Heights State School rank in QLD?
Islamic College of Brisbane is 124th of 275 and Runcorn Heights State School is 321st of 804 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.