Leighland Christian School vs North West Christian School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Tasmania, 10 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Leighland Christian School
Ulverstone · Independent combined · Prep-12
636 students · ICSEA 1011
North West Christian School
Penguin · Independent combined · Prep-12
123 students · ICSEA 985
| Measure | Leighland Christian School Ulverstone TAS | North West Christian School Penguin TAS |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 44 Lower 50% | 48 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #25 of 51 | #19 of 51 |
| National rank (type) | #781 of 1,259 | #694 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-12 |
| Students | 636 | 123 |
| Girls / boys | 319 / 317 | 56 / 67 |
| Foundation intake | 50 | 10 |
| Year 7 cohort | 40 | 18 |
| Year 12 cohort | 36 | 2 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +16% | +78% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1011 | 985 |
| ICSEA percentile | 52th | 40th |
| Top SEA quarter | 17% | 18% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 26% | 31% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 9.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 52.1 | 12.8 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 52.5 | 9.8 |
| Language background other than English | 8% | 0% |
| Indigenous students | 11% | 20% |
| Suburb | Ulverstone 7315 | Penguin 7316 |
| Council area | Central Coast (Tas.) | Central Coast (Tas.) |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.leighland.tas.edu.au | northwestchristianschool.com.au/ |
The verdict
- •North West Christian School scores higher on the Success Index (48.0 vs 44.3).
- •Leighland Christian School has the higher ICSEA (1011 vs 985), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •North West Christian School has fewer students per teacher (9.4 vs 12.2).
- •Leighland Christian School is the larger school with 636 students compared with 123.
- •North West Christian School has grown faster over five years (78% vs 16%).
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 Leighland Christian School better than North West Christian School?
On the Success Index, North West Christian School ranks higher (48.0 vs 44.3 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 Leighland Christian School and North West Christian School?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Ulverstone and Penguin in Tasmania.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Leighland Christian School has 12.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and North West Christian School has 9.4.
How do Leighland Christian School and North West Christian School rank in TAS?
Leighland Christian School is 25th of 51 and North West Christian School is 19th of 51 among combined schools in Tasmania on the 2025 Success Index.