North Lakes State College vs St Benedict's College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 713 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
North Lakes State College
North Lakes · Government combined · Prep-12
2,407 students · ICSEA 1018
St Benedict's College
Mango Hill · Catholic high school · 7-12
981 students · ICSEA 1062
| Measure | North Lakes State College North Lakes QLD | St Benedict's College Mango Hill QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 38 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #190 of 275 | #45 of 269 |
| National rank (type) | #891 of 1,259 | #431 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Government | Catholic |
| Type | Combined | Secondary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 2,407 | 981 |
| Girls / boys | 1,232 / 1,175 | 469 / 512 |
| Foundation intake | 137 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 253 | 172 |
| Year 12 cohort | 243 | 136 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -10% | +20% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1018 | 1062 |
| ICSEA percentile | 55th | 73th |
| Top SEA quarter | 14% | 20% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 26% | 8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 13.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 190.1 | 71.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 91.2 | 35.1 |
| Language background other than English | 26% | 18% |
| Indigenous students | 6% | 3% |
| Suburb | North Lakes 4509 | Mango Hill 4509 |
| Council area | Moreton Bay | Moreton Bay |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | northlakescollege.eq.edu.au | www.stbenedictscollege.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •St Benedict's College scores higher on the Success Index (63.5 vs 38.3).
- •St Benedict's College has the higher ICSEA (1062 vs 1018), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •North Lakes State College has fewer students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.8).
- •North Lakes State College is the larger school with 2,407 students compared with 981.
- •St Benedict's College has grown faster over five years (20% vs -10%).
- •North Lakes State College is a government school while St Benedict's College is a catholic 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 North Lakes State College better than St Benedict's College?
On the Success Index, St Benedict's College ranks higher (63.5 vs 38.3 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 North Lakes State College and St Benedict's College?
About 713 m in a straight line, between North Lakes and Mango Hill in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
North Lakes State College has 12.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and St Benedict's College has 13.8.
How do North Lakes State College and St Benedict's College rank in QLD?
North Lakes State College is 190th of 275 and St Benedict's College is 45th of 269 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.