Lighthouse Christian School vs OneSchool Global QLD
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 530 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Lighthouse Christian School
Norman Gardens · Independent combined · Prep-12
593 students · ICSEA 984
OneSchool Global QLD
Wakerley · Independent combined · 3-12
285 students · ICSEA 985
| Measure | Lighthouse Christian School Norman Gardens QLD | OneSchool Global QLD Wakerley QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 35 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #205 of 275 | #202 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #967 of 1,259 | #951 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | 3-12 |
| Students | 593 | 285 |
| Girls / boys | 330 / 263 | 144 / 141 |
| Foundation intake | 38 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 55 | 28 |
| Year 12 cohort | 31 | 30 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +85% | -2% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 984 | 985 |
| ICSEA percentile | 39th | 40th |
| Top SEA quarter | 10% | 0% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 35% | 39% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 7.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 38.4 | 38.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 46.1 | 12.9 |
| Language background other than English | 19% | 0% |
| Indigenous students | 11% | 0% |
| Suburb | Norman Gardens 4701 | Wakerley 4154 |
| Council area | Rockhampton | Brisbane |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.lighthousebaptist.com.au | www.oneschoolglobal.com/regions/australia/queensland/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index scores (35.0 vs 35.5).
- •OneSchool Global QLD has the higher ICSEA (985 vs 984), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •OneSchool Global QLD has fewer students per teacher (7.4 vs 15.4).
- •Lighthouse Christian School is the larger school with 593 students compared with 285.
- •Lighthouse Christian School has grown faster over five years (85% vs -2%).
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 Lighthouse Christian School better than OneSchool Global QLD?
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 Lighthouse Christian School and OneSchool Global QLD?
About 530 km in a straight line, between Norman Gardens and Wakerley in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Lighthouse Christian School has 15.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and OneSchool Global QLD has 7.4.
How do Lighthouse Christian School and OneSchool Global QLD rank in QLD?
Lighthouse Christian School is 205th of 275 and OneSchool Global QLD is 202nd of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.