North Lakes State College vs The Lakes College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 540 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
The Lakes College
North Lakes · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,169 students · ICSEA 1125
| Measure | North Lakes State College North Lakes QLD | The Lakes College North Lakes QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 38 Lower 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #190 of 275 | #45 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #891 of 1,259 | #298 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 2,407 | 1,169 |
| Girls / boys | 1,232 / 1,175 | 589 / 580 |
| Foundation intake | 137 | 84 |
| Year 7 cohort | 253 | 115 |
| Year 12 cohort | 243 | 69 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -10% | +23% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1018 | 1125 |
| ICSEA percentile | 55th | 90th |
| Top SEA quarter | 14% | 50% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 26% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 14.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 190.1 | 83.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 91.2 | 47.8 |
| Language background other than English | 26% | 51% |
| Indigenous students | 6% | 2% |
| Suburb | North Lakes 4509 | North Lakes 4509 |
| Council area | Moreton Bay | Moreton Bay |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | northlakescollege.eq.edu.au | www.thelakescollege.com.au |
The verdict
- •The Lakes College scores higher on the Success Index (68.4 vs 38.3).
- •The Lakes College has the higher ICSEA (1125 vs 1018), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •North Lakes State College has fewer students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.0).
- •North Lakes State College is the larger school with 2,407 students compared with 1,169.
- •The Lakes College has grown faster over five years (23% vs -10%).
- •North Lakes State College is a government school while The Lakes College is an independent 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 The Lakes College?
On the Success Index, The Lakes College ranks higher (68.4 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 The Lakes College?
About 540 m in a straight line, between North Lakes and North Lakes in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
North Lakes State College has 12.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and The Lakes College has 14.0.
How do North Lakes State College and The Lakes College rank in QLD?
North Lakes State College is 190th of 275 and The Lakes College is 45th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.