Alkimos Baptist College vs Cornerstone Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Western Australia, 226 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Alkimos Baptist College
Merriwa · Independent combined · PP-12
368 students · ICSEA 1038
Cornerstone Christian College
Busselton · Independent combined · PP-12
380 students · ICSEA 1038
| Measure | Alkimos Baptist College Merriwa WA | Cornerstone Christian College Busselton WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 46 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #88 of 172 | #102 of 172 |
| National rank (type) | #740 of 1,259 | #814 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | PP-12 | PP-12 |
| Students | 368 | 380 |
| Girls / boys | 177 / 191 | 196 / 184 |
| Foundation intake | 24 | 15 |
| Year 7 cohort | 32 | 39 |
| Year 12 cohort | 24 | 30 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +23% | -2% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1038 | 1038 |
| ICSEA percentile | 63th | 63th |
| Top SEA quarter | 13% | 20% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 19% | 22% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 13.3 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 24.6 | 28.6 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 5.2 | 14.8 |
| Language background other than English | 32% | 11% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 5% |
| Suburb | Merriwa 6030 | Busselton 6280 |
| Council area | Wanneroo | Busselton |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Inner Regional |
| Website | www.alkimosbc.wa.edu.au | www.cornerstone.wa.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Alkimos Baptist College scores higher on the Success Index (45.9 vs 42.5).
- •Cornerstone Christian College has fewer students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.0).
- •Cornerstone Christian College is the larger school with 380 students compared with 368.
- •Alkimos Baptist College has grown faster over five years (23% vs -2%).
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 Alkimos Baptist College better than Cornerstone Christian College?
On the Success Index, Alkimos Baptist College ranks higher (45.9 vs 42.5 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 Alkimos Baptist College and Cornerstone Christian College?
About 226 km in a straight line, between Merriwa and Busselton in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Alkimos Baptist College has 15.0 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Cornerstone Christian College has 13.3.
How do Alkimos Baptist College and Cornerstone Christian College rank in WA?
Alkimos Baptist College is 88th of 172 and Cornerstone Christian College is 102nd of 172 among combined schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.