Redeemer Lutheran College vs Rochedale South State School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 906 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Redeemer Lutheran College
Rochedale · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,111 students · ICSEA 1147
Rochedale South State School
Rochedale South · Government primary · Prep-6
478 students · ICSEA 1028
| Measure | Redeemer Lutheran College Rochedale QLD | Rochedale South State School Rochedale South QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 72 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #26 of 275 | #173 of 804 |
| National rank (type) | #232 of 1,259 | #1688 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 1,111 | 478 |
| Girls / boys | 586 / 525 | 229 / 249 |
| Foundation intake | 69 | 56 |
| Year 7 cohort | 112 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 62 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +4% | -4% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1147 | 1028 |
| ICSEA percentile | 95th | 59th |
| Top SEA quarter | 60% | 19% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 2% | 24% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 12.6 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 78.6 | 37.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 66.7 | 17.6 |
| Language background other than English | 71% | 31% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 7% |
| Suburb | Rochedale 4123 | Rochedale South 4123 |
| Council area | Brisbane | Logan |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.redeemer.com.au | rochedalesouthss.eq.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Redeemer Lutheran College scores higher on the Success Index (71.7 vs 62.6).
- •Redeemer Lutheran College has the higher ICSEA (1147 vs 1028), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Rochedale South State School has fewer students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.1).
- •Redeemer Lutheran College is the larger school with 1,111 students compared with 478.
- •Redeemer Lutheran College has grown faster over five years (4% vs -4%).
- •Redeemer Lutheran College is a independent school while Rochedale South State School is a government 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 Redeemer Lutheran College better than Rochedale South State School?
On the Success Index, Redeemer Lutheran College ranks higher (71.7 vs 62.6 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 Redeemer Lutheran College and Rochedale South State School?
About 906 m in a straight line, between Rochedale and Rochedale South in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Redeemer Lutheran College has 14.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Rochedale South State School has 12.6.
How do Redeemer Lutheran College and Rochedale South State School rank in QLD?
Redeemer Lutheran College is 26th of 275 and Rochedale South State School is 173rd of 804 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.