Australian Islamic College (Henley Brook) vs Northshore Christian Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Western Australia, 35 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Australian Islamic College (Henley Brook)
Henley Brook · Independent combined · PP-9
565 students · ICSEA 1046
Northshore Christian Grammar School
Alkimos · Independent combined · PP-12
776 students · ICSEA 1046
| Measure | Australian Islamic College (Henley Brook) Henley Brook WA | Northshore Christian Grammar School Alkimos WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 48 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank (type) | #77 of 172 | #57 of 172 |
| National rank (type) | #691 of 1,259 | #579 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | PP-9 | PP-12 |
| Students | 565 | 776 |
| Girls / boys | 293 / 272 | 392 / 384 |
| Foundation intake | 58 | 55 |
| Year 7 cohort | 51 | 93 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 18 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | – | +248% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1046 | 1046 |
| ICSEA percentile | 67th | 67th |
| Top SEA quarter | 23% | 19% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 21% | 17% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 13.2 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 37.0 | 58.9 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 21.7 | 36.6 |
| Language background other than English | 89% | 36% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 3% |
| Suburb | Henley Brook 6055 | Alkimos 6038 |
| Council area | Swan | Wanneroo |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | aic.wa.edu.au/schools/henley-brook/ | www.northshore.wa.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Northshore Christian Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (53.5 vs 48.0).
- •Northshore Christian Grammar School has fewer students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.3).
- •Northshore Christian Grammar School is the larger school with 776 students compared with 565.
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 Australian Islamic College (Henley Brook) better than Northshore Christian Grammar School?
On the Success Index, Northshore Christian Grammar School ranks higher (53.5 vs 48.0 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 Australian Islamic College (Henley Brook) and Northshore Christian Grammar School?
About 35 km in a straight line, between Henley Brook and Alkimos in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Australian Islamic College (Henley Brook) has 15.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Northshore Christian Grammar School has 13.2.
How do Australian Islamic College (Henley Brook) and Northshore Christian Grammar School rank in WA?
Australian Islamic College (Henley Brook) is 77th of 172 and Northshore Christian Grammar School is 57th of 172 among combined schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.