Our Lady of Good Counsel School vs Peace Lutheran Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Queensland, 286 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Our Lady of Good Counsel School
Gatton · Catholic primary · Prep-6
246 students · ICSEA 999
Peace Lutheran Primary School
Gatton · Independent primary · Prep-6
329 students · ICSEA 999
| Measure | Our Lady of Good Counsel School Gatton QLD | Peace Lutheran Primary School Gatton QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 47 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #375 of 804 | #357 of 804 |
| National rank (type) | #2931 of 4,908 | #2842 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Catholic | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-6 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 246 | 329 |
| Girls / boys | 115 / 131 | 192 / 137 |
| Foundation intake | 39 | 59 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | – |
| Year 12 cohort | – | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +1% | +21% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 999 | 999 |
| ICSEA percentile | 46th | 46th |
| Top SEA quarter | 6% | 9% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 27% | 34% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 15.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 17.1 | 20.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 11.8 | 14.2 |
| Language background other than English | 26% | 3% |
| Indigenous students | 9% | 7% |
| Suburb | Gatton 4343 | Gatton 4343 |
| Council area | Lockyer Valley | Lockyer Valley |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.olgcgatton.qld.edu.au | www.peacelps.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Peace Lutheran Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (48.0 vs 46.8).
- •Our Lady of Good Counsel School has fewer students per teacher (14.4 vs 15.8).
- •Peace Lutheran Primary School is the larger school with 329 students compared with 246.
- •Peace Lutheran Primary School has grown faster over five years (21% vs 1%).
- •Our Lady of Good Counsel School is a catholic school while Peace Lutheran Primary School 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 Our Lady of Good Counsel School better than Peace Lutheran Primary School?
On the Success Index, Peace Lutheran Primary School ranks higher (48.0 vs 46.8 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 Our Lady of Good Counsel School and Peace Lutheran Primary School?
About 286 m in a straight line, between Gatton and Gatton in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Our Lady of Good Counsel School has 14.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Peace Lutheran Primary School has 15.8.
How do Our Lady of Good Counsel School and Peace Lutheran Primary School rank in QLD?
Our Lady of Good Counsel School is 375th of 804 and Peace Lutheran Primary School is 357th of 804 among primary schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.