Suncoast Christian College vs Woombye State School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 423 m apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Suncoast Christian College
Woombye · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,136 students · ICSEA 1084
Woombye State School
Woombye · Government primary · Prep-6
423 students · ICSEA 1014
| Measure | Suncoast Christian College Woombye QLD | Woombye State School Woombye QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 65 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #65 of 275 | #395 of 804 |
| National rank (type) | #367 of 1,259 | #3029 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 1,136 | 423 |
| Girls / boys | 599 / 537 | 200 / 223 |
| Foundation intake | 74 | 49 |
| Year 7 cohort | 108 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 84 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +40% | -10% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1084 | 1014 |
| ICSEA percentile | 80th | 53th |
| Top SEA quarter | 32% | 10% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 7% | 24% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 14.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 82.1 | 29.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 53.9 | 13.3 |
| Language background other than English | 4% | 7% |
| Indigenous students | 3% | 7% |
| Suburb | Woombye 4559 | Woombye 4559 |
| Council area | Sunshine Coast | Sunshine Coast |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.suncoastcc.qld.edu.au | woombyess.eq.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Suncoast Christian College scores higher on the Success Index (65.0 vs 45.8).
- •Suncoast Christian College has the higher ICSEA (1084 vs 1014), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •Suncoast Christian College is the larger school with 1,136 students compared with 423.
- •Suncoast Christian College has grown faster over five years (40% vs -10%).
- •Suncoast Christian College is a independent school while Woombye 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 Suncoast Christian College better than Woombye State School?
On the Success Index, Suncoast Christian College ranks higher (65.0 vs 45.8 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 Suncoast Christian College and Woombye State School?
About 423 m in a straight line, between Woombye and Woombye in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Suncoast Christian College has 13.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Woombye State School has 14.3.
How do Suncoast Christian College and Woombye State School rank in QLD?
Suncoast Christian College is 65th of 275 and Woombye State School is 395th of 804 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.