Montessori International College vs Sunshine Coast Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 1.7 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Montessori International College
Forest Glen · Independent combined · Prep-12
276 students · ICSEA 1104
Sunshine Coast Grammar School
Forest Glen · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,472 students · ICSEA 1133
| Measure | Montessori International College Forest Glen QLD | Sunshine Coast Grammar School Forest Glen QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 69 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #40 of 275 | #22 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #278 of 1,259 | #219 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 276 | 1,472 |
| Girls / boys | 157 / 119 | 754 / 718 |
| Foundation intake | 28 | 74 |
| Year 7 cohort | 23 | 144 |
| Year 12 cohort | 6 | 140 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -3% | +12% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1104 | 1133 |
| ICSEA percentile | 85th | 92th |
| Top SEA quarter | 38% | 52% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 5% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 11.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 26.7 | 123.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 19.2 | 85.9 |
| Language background other than English | 15% | 16% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 1% |
| Suburb | Forest Glen 4556 | Forest Glen 4556 |
| Council area | Sunshine Coast | Sunshine Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.montessori.qld.edu.au | www.scgs.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Sunshine Coast Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (72.2 vs 69.2).
- •Sunshine Coast Grammar School has the higher ICSEA (1133 vs 1104), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Montessori International College has fewer students per teacher (10.3 vs 11.9).
- •Sunshine Coast Grammar School is the larger school with 1,472 students compared with 276.
- •Sunshine Coast Grammar School has grown faster over five years (12% vs -3%).
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 Montessori International College better than Sunshine Coast Grammar School?
On the Success Index, Sunshine Coast Grammar School ranks higher (72.2 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 Montessori International College and Sunshine Coast Grammar School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Forest Glen and Forest Glen in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Montessori International College has 10.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Sunshine Coast Grammar School has 11.9.
How do Montessori International College and Sunshine Coast Grammar School rank in QLD?
Montessori International College is 40th of 275 and Sunshine Coast Grammar School is 22nd of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.