Marist College Ashgrove vs Oakleigh State School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 816 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Marist College Ashgrove
Ashgrove · Catholic combined · 5-12
1,827 students · ICSEA 1139
Oakleigh State School
Ashgrove · Government primary · Prep-6
496 students · ICSEA 1153
| Measure | Marist College Ashgrove Ashgrove QLD | Oakleigh State School Ashgrove QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 69 Top 25% | 81 Top 5% |
| State rank (type) | #39 of 275 | #12 of 804 |
| National rank (type) | #277 of 1,259 | #151 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Catholic | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | 5-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 1,827 | 496 |
| Girls / boys | 0 / 1,827 | 247 / 249 |
| Foundation intake | – | 55 |
| Year 7 cohort | 228 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 237 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +9% | -8% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1139 | 1153 |
| ICSEA percentile | 93th | 96th |
| Top SEA quarter | 56% | 62% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 2% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 13.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 133.2 | 36.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 110.5 | 14.8 |
| Language background other than English | 14% | 18% |
| Indigenous students | 3% | 2% |
| Suburb | Ashgrove 4060 | Ashgrove 4060 |
| Council area | Brisbane | Brisbane |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.marash.qld.edu.au | oakleighss.eq.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Oakleigh State School scores higher on the Success Index (81.0 vs 69.2).
- •Oakleigh State School has the higher ICSEA (1153 vs 1139), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Marist College Ashgrove is the larger school with 1,827 students compared with 496.
- •Marist College Ashgrove has grown faster over five years (9% vs -8%).
- •Marist College Ashgrove is a catholic school while Oakleigh 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 Marist College Ashgrove better than Oakleigh State School?
On the Success Index, Oakleigh State School ranks higher (81.0 vs 69.2 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 Marist College Ashgrove and Oakleigh State School?
About 816 m in a straight line, between Ashgrove and Ashgrove in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Marist College Ashgrove has 13.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Oakleigh State School has 13.4.
How do Marist College Ashgrove and Oakleigh State School rank in QLD?
Marist College Ashgrove is 39th of 275 and Oakleigh State School is 12th of 804 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.