Livingstone Christian College vs Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 1.9 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Livingstone Christian College
Ormeau · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,222 students · ICSEA 1043
Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School
Pimpama · Independent combined · Prep-12
794 students · ICSEA 1056
| Measure | Livingstone Christian College Ormeau QLD | Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School Pimpama QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 46 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #151 of 275 | #120 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #734 of 1,259 | #610 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,222 | 794 |
| Girls / boys | 603 / 619 | 411 / 383 |
| Foundation intake | 86 | 71 |
| Year 7 cohort | 98 | 77 |
| Year 12 cohort | 89 | 45 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +6% | +13% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1043 | 1056 |
| ICSEA percentile | 66th | 71th |
| Top SEA quarter | 17% | 20% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 18% | 12% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 14.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 88.2 | 54.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 57.4 | 48.4 |
| Language background other than English | 16% | 21% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 3% |
| Suburb | Ormeau 4208 | Pimpama 4209 |
| Council area | Gold Coast | Gold Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.livingstone.qld.edu.au | www.lords.qld.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School scores higher on the Success Index (52.0 vs 46.2).
- •Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School has the higher ICSEA (1056 vs 1043), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Livingstone Christian College has fewer students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.5).
- •Livingstone Christian College is the larger school with 1,222 students compared with 794.
- •Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School has grown faster over five years (13% vs 6%).
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 Livingstone Christian College better than Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School?
On the Success Index, Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School ranks higher (52.0 vs 46.2 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 Livingstone Christian College and Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Ormeau and Pimpama in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Livingstone Christian College has 13.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School has 14.5.
How do Livingstone Christian College and Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School rank in QLD?
Livingstone Christian College is 151st of 275 and Lutheran Ormeau Rivers District School is 120th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.