Northside Christian College vs St Andrew's Anglican College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 100 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Northside Christian College
Everton Park · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,245 students · ICSEA 1145
St Andrew's Anglican College
Peregian Springs · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,459 students · ICSEA 1143
| Measure | Northside Christian College Everton Park QLD | St Andrew's Anglican College Peregian Springs QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 72 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #24 of 275 | #42 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #225 of 1,259 | #286 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 1,245 | 1,459 |
| Girls / boys | 611 / 634 | 767 / 692 |
| Foundation intake | 81 | 78 |
| Year 7 cohort | 110 | 143 |
| Year 12 cohort | 98 | 131 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +4% | +11% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1145 | 1143 |
| ICSEA percentile | 94th | 94th |
| Top SEA quarter | 56% | 57% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 2% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 14.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 98.0 | 101.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 82.0 | 84.0 |
| Language background other than English | 36% | 13% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Everton Park 4053 | Peregian Springs 4573 |
| Council area | Brisbane | Sunshine Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.northside.qld.edu.au/ | www.saac.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Northside Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (72.0 vs 68.9).
- •Northside Christian College has the higher ICSEA (1145 vs 1143), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Northside Christian College has fewer students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.3).
- •St Andrew's Anglican College is the larger school with 1,459 students compared with 1,245.
- •St Andrew's Anglican College has grown faster over five years (11% vs 4%).
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 Northside Christian College better than St Andrew's Anglican College?
On the Success Index, Northside Christian College ranks higher (72.0 vs 68.9 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 Northside Christian College and St Andrew's Anglican College?
About 100 km in a straight line, between Everton Park and Peregian Springs in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Northside Christian College has 12.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and St Andrew's Anglican College has 14.3.
How do Northside Christian College and St Andrew's Anglican College rank in QLD?
Northside Christian College is 24th of 275 and St Andrew's Anglican College is 42nd of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.