The SCOTS PGC College vs Warwick Central State School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 1.7 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
The SCOTS PGC College
Warwick · Independent combined · Prep-12
470 students · ICSEA 1008
Warwick Central State School
Warwick · Government primary · Prep-6
155 students · ICSEA 863
| Measure | The SCOTS PGC College Warwick QLD | Warwick Central State School Warwick QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 48 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #143 of 275 | #745 of 804 |
| National rank (type) | #704 of 1,259 | #4749 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Government |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 470 | 155 |
| Girls / boys | 235 / 235 | 69 / 86 |
| Foundation intake | 24 | 19 |
| Year 7 cohort | 45 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 49 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +18% | -29% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1008 | 863 |
| ICSEA percentile | 51th | 6th |
| Top SEA quarter | 12% | 2% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 25% | 73% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 11.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 45.2 | 13.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 34.0 | 6.8 |
| Language background other than English | 7% | 12% |
| Indigenous students | 11% | 35% |
| Suburb | Warwick 4370 | Warwick 4370 |
| Council area | Southern Downs | Southern Downs |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional | Inner Regional |
| Website | scotspgc.com.au/ | warwickcentralss.eq.edu.au |
The verdict
- •The SCOTS PGC College scores higher on the Success Index (47.7 vs 20.6).
- •The SCOTS PGC College has the higher ICSEA (1008 vs 863), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •The SCOTS PGC College has fewer students per teacher (10.4 vs 11.2).
- •The SCOTS PGC College is the larger school with 470 students compared with 155.
- •The SCOTS PGC College has grown faster over five years (18% vs -29%).
- •The SCOTS PGC College is a independent school while Warwick Central 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 The SCOTS PGC College better than Warwick Central State School?
On the Success Index, The SCOTS PGC College ranks higher (47.7 vs 20.6 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 The SCOTS PGC College and Warwick Central State School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Warwick and Warwick in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
The SCOTS PGC College has 10.4 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Warwick Central State School has 11.2.
How do The SCOTS PGC College and Warwick Central State School rank in QLD?
The SCOTS PGC College is 143rd of 275 and Warwick Central State School is 745th of 804 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.