Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology vs St Ignatius School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 762 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology
Toowong · Government high school · 7-12
1,358 students · ICSEA 1220
St Ignatius School
Toowong · Catholic primary · Prep-6
272 students · ICSEA 1158
| Measure | Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology Toowong QLD | St Ignatius School Toowong QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 83 Top 5% | 76 Top 10% |
| State rank (type) | #6 of 269 | #40 of 804 |
| National rank (type) | #38 of 1,472 | #459 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Government | Catholic |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | 7-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 1,358 | 272 |
| Girls / boys | 609 / 749 | 161 / 111 |
| Foundation intake | – | 43 |
| Year 7 cohort | 222 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 219 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +29% | +5% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1220 | 1158 |
| ICSEA percentile | 99th | 96th |
| Top SEA quarter | 79% | 64% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 0% | 0% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 15.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 106.3 | 17.1 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 42.3 | 8.6 |
| Language background other than English | 85% | 17% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 1% |
| Suburb | Toowong 4066 | Toowong 4066 |
| Council area | Brisbane | Brisbane |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | qasmt.eq.edu.au | www.stignatiustoowong.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology scores higher on the Success Index (82.7 vs 76.1).
- •Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology has the higher ICSEA (1220 vs 1158), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology has fewer students per teacher (12.8 vs 15.9).
- •Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology is the larger school with 1,358 students compared with 272.
- •Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology has grown faster over five years (29% vs 5%).
- •Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology is a government school while St Ignatius School is a catholic 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 Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology better than St Ignatius School?
On the Success Index, Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology ranks higher (82.7 vs 76.1 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 Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology and St Ignatius School?
About 762 m in a straight line, between Toowong and Toowong in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology has 12.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and St Ignatius School has 15.9.
How do Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology and St Ignatius School rank in QLD?
Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology is 6th of 269 and St Ignatius School is 40th of 804 among secondary schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.