Nambour Christian College vs Suncoast Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 2.9 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Nambour Christian College
Woombye · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,309 students · ICSEA 1083
Suncoast Christian College
Woombye · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,136 students · ICSEA 1084
| Measure | Nambour Christian College Woombye QLD | Suncoast Christian College Woombye QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 61 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #81 of 275 | #65 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #439 of 1,259 | #367 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,309 | 1,136 |
| Girls / boys | 709 / 600 | 599 / 537 |
| Foundation intake | 70 | 74 |
| Year 7 cohort | 142 | 108 |
| Year 12 cohort | 99 | 84 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +20% | +40% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1083 | 1084 |
| ICSEA percentile | 79th | 80th |
| Top SEA quarter | 31% | 32% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 7% | 7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 13.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 89.5 | 82.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 86.6 | 53.9 |
| Language background other than English | 10% | 4% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 3% |
| Suburb | Woombye 4559 | Woombye 4559 |
| Council area | Sunshine Coast | Sunshine Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.ncc.qld.edu.au | www.suncoastcc.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Suncoast Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (65.0 vs 61.3).
- •Suncoast Christian College has the higher ICSEA (1084 vs 1083), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Suncoast Christian College has fewer students per teacher (13.8 vs 14.6).
- •Nambour Christian College is the larger school with 1,309 students compared with 1,136.
- •Suncoast Christian College has grown faster over five years (40% vs 20%).
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 Nambour Christian College better than Suncoast Christian College?
On the Success Index, Suncoast Christian College ranks higher (65.0 vs 61.3 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 Nambour Christian College and Suncoast Christian College?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Woombye and Woombye in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Nambour Christian College has 14.6 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Suncoast Christian College has 13.8.
How do Nambour Christian College and Suncoast Christian College rank in QLD?
Nambour Christian College is 81st of 275 and Suncoast Christian College is 65th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.