Peregian Beach College vs The Rockhampton Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Queensland, 431 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
The Rockhampton Grammar School
Rockhampton · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,472 students · ICSEA 1069
| Measure | Peregian Beach College Peregian Beach QLD | The Rockhampton Grammar School Rockhampton QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 65 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #68 of 275 | #127 of 275 |
| National rank (type) | #371 of 1,259 | #641 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 347 | 1,472 |
| Girls / boys | 114 / 233 | 715 / 757 |
| Foundation intake | 15 | 64 |
| Year 7 cohort | 37 | 161 |
| Year 12 cohort | 27 | 156 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +71% | +7% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1069 | 1069 |
| ICSEA percentile | 75th | 75th |
| Top SEA quarter | 24% | 34% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 9% | 13% |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 13.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 34.8 | 109.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 25.8 | 97.6 |
| Language background other than English | 8% | 24% |
| Indigenous students | 2% | 7% |
| Suburb | Peregian Beach 4573 | Rockhampton 4700 |
| Council area | Sunshine Coast | Rockhampton |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.pbc.qld.edu.au | www.rgs.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Peregian Beach College scores higher on the Success Index (64.9 vs 50.8).
- •Peregian Beach College has fewer students per teacher (10.0 vs 13.4).
- •The Rockhampton Grammar School is the larger school with 1,472 students compared with 347.
- •Peregian Beach College has grown faster over five years (71% vs 7%).
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 The Rockhampton Grammar School?
On the Success Index, Peregian Beach College ranks higher (64.9 vs 50.8 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 Peregian Beach College and The Rockhampton Grammar School?
About 431 km in a straight line, between Peregian Beach and Rockhampton in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Peregian Beach College has 10.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and The Rockhampton Grammar School has 13.4.
How do Peregian Beach College and The Rockhampton Grammar School rank in QLD?
Peregian Beach College is 68th of 275 and The Rockhampton Grammar School is 127th of 275 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.