Redlands College vs Wellington Point State High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 317 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Redlands College
Wellington Point · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,443 students · ICSEA 1100
Wellington Point State High School
Wellington Point · Government high school · 7-12
767 students · ICSEA 984
| Measure | Redlands College Wellington Point QLD | Wellington Point State High School Wellington Point QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 60 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #87 of 275 | #155 of 269 |
| National rank (type) | #468 of 1,259 | #971 of 1,472 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Secondary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | 7-12 |
| Students | 1,443 | 767 |
| Girls / boys | 826 / 617 | 387 / 380 |
| Foundation intake | 50 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 167 | 139 |
| Year 12 cohort | 148 | 99 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +6% | -19% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1100 | 984 |
| ICSEA percentile | 84th | 40th |
| Top SEA quarter | 37% | 9% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 5% | 37% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 11.5 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 101.7 | 66.5 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 73.1 | 29.9 |
| Language background other than English | 17% | 8% |
| Indigenous students | 1% | 9% |
| Suburb | Wellington Point 4160 | Wellington Point 4160 |
| Council area | Redland | Redland |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.redlands.qld.edu.au | wellingtonpointshs.eq.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Redlands College scores higher on the Success Index (59.7 vs 39.4).
- •Redlands College has the higher ICSEA (1100 vs 984), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Wellington Point State High School has fewer students per teacher (11.5 vs 14.2).
- •Redlands College is the larger school with 1,443 students compared with 767.
- •Redlands College has grown faster over five years (6% vs -19%).
- •Redlands College is a independent school while Wellington Point State High 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 Redlands College better than Wellington Point State High School?
On the Success Index, Redlands College ranks higher (59.7 vs 39.4 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 Redlands College and Wellington Point State High School?
About 317 m in a straight line, between Wellington Point and Wellington Point in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Redlands College has 14.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Wellington Point State High School has 11.5.
How do Redlands College and Wellington Point State High School rank in QLD?
Redlands College is 87th of 275 and Wellington Point State High School is 155th of 269 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.