North Lakes State College vs Whites Hill State College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 30 km 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
Whites Hill State College
Camp Hill · Government combined · Prep-12
832 students · ICSEA 1020
| Measure | North Lakes State College North Lakes QLD | Whites Hill State College Camp Hill QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 38 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #190 of 275 | #118 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #891 of 1,259 | #600 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Government | Government |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 2,407 | 832 |
| Girls / boys | 1,232 / 1,175 | 407 / 425 |
| Foundation intake | 137 | 53 |
| Year 7 cohort | 253 | 82 |
| Year 12 cohort | 243 | 68 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -10% | +10% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1018 | 1020 |
| ICSEA percentile | 55th | 56th |
| Top SEA quarter | 14% | 19% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 26% | 28% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 10.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 190.1 | 78.3 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 91.2 | 52.7 |
| Language background other than English | 26% | 42% |
| Indigenous students | 6% | 6% |
| Suburb | North Lakes 4509 | Camp Hill 4152 |
| Council area | Moreton Bay | Brisbane |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | northlakescollege.eq.edu.au | whiteshillsc.eq.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Whites Hill State College scores higher on the Success Index (52.5 vs 38.3).
- •Whites Hill State College has the higher ICSEA (1020 vs 1018), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Whites Hill State College has fewer students per teacher (10.6 vs 12.7).
- •North Lakes State College is the larger school with 2,407 students compared with 832.
- •Whites Hill State College has grown faster over five years (10% vs -10%).
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 Whites Hill State College?
On the Success Index, Whites Hill State College ranks higher (52.5 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 Whites Hill State College?
About 30 km in a straight line, between North Lakes and Camp 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 Whites Hill State College has 10.6.
How do North Lakes State College and Whites Hill State College rank in QLD?
North Lakes State College is 190th of 275 and Whites Hill State College is 118th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.