Peregian Beach College vs St Andrew's Anglican College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 1.9 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Peregian Beach College
Peregian Beach · Independent combined · Prep-12
347 students · ICSEA 1069
St Andrew's Anglican College
Peregian Springs · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,459 students · ICSEA 1143
| Measure | Peregian Beach College Peregian Beach QLD | St Andrew's Anglican College Peregian Springs QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 65 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank (type) | #68 of 275 | #42 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #371 of 1,259 | #286 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 347 | 1,459 |
| Girls / boys | 114 / 233 | 767 / 692 |
| Foundation intake | 15 | 78 |
| Year 7 cohort | 37 | 143 |
| Year 12 cohort | 27 | 131 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +71% | +11% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1069 | 1143 |
| ICSEA percentile | 75th | 94th |
| Top SEA quarter | 24% | 57% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 9% | 2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 14.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 34.8 | 101.7 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 25.8 | 84.0 |
| Language background other than English | 8% | 13% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 1% |
| Suburb | Peregian Beach 4573 | Peregian Springs 4573 |
| Council area | Sunshine Coast | Sunshine Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.pbc.qld.edu.au | www.saac.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •St Andrew's Anglican College scores higher on the Success Index (68.9 vs 64.9).
- •St Andrew's Anglican College has the higher ICSEA (1143 vs 1069), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Peregian Beach College has fewer students per teacher (10.0 vs 14.3).
- •St Andrew's Anglican College is the larger school with 1,459 students compared with 347.
- •Peregian Beach College has grown faster over five years (71% vs 11%).
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 Peregian Beach College better than St Andrew's Anglican College?
On the Success Index, St Andrew's Anglican College ranks higher (68.9 vs 64.9 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 Peregian Beach College and St Andrew's Anglican College?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Peregian Beach and Peregian Springs in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Peregian Beach College has 10.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and St Andrew's Anglican College has 14.3.
How do Peregian Beach College and St Andrew's Anglican College rank in QLD?
Peregian Beach College is 68th of 275 and St Andrew's Anglican College is 42nd of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.