Kelvin Grove State College vs Stretton State College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 21 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Kelvin Grove State College
Kelvin Grove · Government combined · Prep-12
3,617 students · ICSEA 1135
Stretton State College
Stretton · Government combined · Prep-12
3,578 students · ICSEA 1068
| Measure | Kelvin Grove State College Kelvin Grove QLD | Stretton State College Stretton QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 68 Top 25% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #49 of 275 | #93 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #308 of 1,259 | #497 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 3,617 | 3,578 |
| Girls / boys | 1,799 / 1,818 | 1,749 / 1,829 |
| Foundation intake | 97 | 159 |
| Year 7 cohort | 445 | 363 |
| Year 12 cohort | 422 | 251 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +1% | +17% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1135 | 1068 |
| ICSEA percentile | 92th | 75th |
| Top SEA quarter | 54% | 29% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 3% | 14% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 14.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 262.5 | 249.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 89.4 | 82.5 |
| Language background other than English | 46% | 66% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 2% |
| Suburb | Kelvin Grove 4059 | Stretton 4116 |
| Council area | Brisbane | Brisbane |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | kelvingrovesc.eq.edu.au | strettonsc.eq.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Kelvin Grove State College scores higher on the Success Index (67.8 vs 57.8).
- •Kelvin Grove State College has the higher ICSEA (1135 vs 1068), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Kelvin Grove State College has fewer students per teacher (13.8 vs 14.3).
- •Kelvin Grove State College is the larger school with 3,617 students compared with 3,578.
- •Stretton State College has grown faster over five years (17% vs 1%).
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 Kelvin Grove State College better than Stretton State College?
On the Success Index, Kelvin Grove State College ranks higher (67.8 vs 57.8 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 Kelvin Grove State College and Stretton State College?
About 21 km in a straight line, between Kelvin Grove and Stretton in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Kelvin Grove State College has 13.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Stretton State College has 14.3.
How do Kelvin Grove State College and Stretton State College rank in QLD?
Kelvin Grove State College is 49th of 275 and Stretton State College is 93rd of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.