Australian Islamic College (Thornlie) vs Bethel Christian School
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Western Australia, 373 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Australian Islamic College (Thornlie)
Thornlie · Independent combined · PP-6
733 students · ICSEA 1019
Bethel Christian School
Albany · Independent combined · PP-12
318 students · ICSEA 1019
| Measure | Australian Islamic College (Thornlie) Thornlie WA | Bethel Christian School Albany WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 48 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #81 of 172 | #92 of 172 |
| National rank (type) | #706 of 1,259 | #763 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | PP-6 | PP-12 |
| Students | 733 | 318 |
| Girls / boys | 342 / 391 | 166 / 152 |
| Foundation intake | 104 | 26 |
| Year 7 cohort | – | 28 |
| Year 12 cohort | – | 14 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +55% | -22% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1019 | 1019 |
| ICSEA percentile | 55th | 56th |
| Top SEA quarter | 12% | 15% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 27% | 24% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 11.4 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 45.4 | 28.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 23.1 | 19.1 |
| Language background other than English | 98% | 26% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 3% |
| Suburb | Thornlie 6108 | Albany 6330 |
| Council area | Gosnells | Albany |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Outer Regional |
| Website | www.aic.wa.edu.au | www.bethel.wa.edu.au/ |
The verdict
- •Australian Islamic College (Thornlie) scores higher on the Success Index (47.5 vs 45.1).
- •Bethel Christian School has fewer students per teacher (11.4 vs 16.1).
- •Australian Islamic College (Thornlie) is the larger school with 733 students compared with 318.
- •Australian Islamic College (Thornlie) has grown faster over five years (55% vs -22%).
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 (Thornlie) better than Bethel Christian School?
On the Success Index, Australian Islamic College (Thornlie) ranks higher (47.5 vs 45.1 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 (Thornlie) and Bethel Christian School?
About 373 km in a straight line, between Thornlie and Albany in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Australian Islamic College (Thornlie) has 16.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and Bethel Christian School has 11.4.
How do Australian Islamic College (Thornlie) and Bethel Christian School rank in WA?
Australian Islamic College (Thornlie) is 81st of 172 and Bethel Christian School is 92nd of 172 among combined schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.