Northpine Christian College vs The Lakes College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 4.0 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Northpine Christian College
Dakabin · Independent combined · Prep-12
952 students · ICSEA 1068
The Lakes College
North Lakes · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,169 students · ICSEA 1125
| Measure | Northpine Christian College Dakabin QLD | The Lakes College North Lakes QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 54 Top 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #110 of 275 | #45 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #575 of 1,259 | #298 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 952 | 1,169 |
| Girls / boys | 440 / 512 | 589 / 580 |
| Foundation intake | 72 | 84 |
| Year 7 cohort | 78 | 115 |
| Year 12 cohort | 64 | 69 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | -2% | +23% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1068 | 1125 |
| ICSEA percentile | 75th | 90th |
| Top SEA quarter | 26% | 50% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 10% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 14.0 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 73.0 | 83.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 31.1 | 47.8 |
| Language background other than English | 32% | 51% |
| Indigenous students | 3% | 2% |
| Suburb | Dakabin 4503 | North Lakes 4509 |
| Council area | Moreton Bay | Moreton Bay |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.northpine.qld.edu.au | www.thelakescollege.com.au |
The verdict
- •The Lakes College scores higher on the Success Index (68.4 vs 53.7).
- •The Lakes College has the higher ICSEA (1125 vs 1068), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Northpine Christian College has fewer students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.0).
- •The Lakes College is the larger school with 1,169 students compared with 952.
- •The Lakes College has grown faster over five years (23% vs -2%).
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 Northpine Christian College better than The Lakes College?
On the Success Index, The Lakes College ranks higher (68.4 vs 53.7 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 Northpine Christian College and The Lakes College?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Dakabin and North Lakes in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Northpine Christian College has 13.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and The Lakes College has 14.0.
How do Northpine Christian College and The Lakes College rank in QLD?
Northpine Christian College is 110th of 275 and The Lakes College is 45th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.