Geraldton Christian College vs OneSchool Global WA
A head-to-head comparison of two combined schools in Western Australia, 387 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Geraldton Christian College
Strathalbyn · Independent combined · PP-12
475 students · ICSEA 985
OneSchool Global WA
Willetton · Independent combined · 3-12
258 students · ICSEA 986
| Measure | Geraldton Christian College Strathalbyn WA | OneSchool Global WA Willetton WA |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 37 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #116 of 172 | #114 of 172 |
| National rank (type) | #919 of 1,259 | #913 of 1,259 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Combined | Combined |
| Year range | PP-12 | 3-12 |
| Students | 475 | 258 |
| Girls / boys | 244 / 231 | 137 / 121 |
| Foundation intake | 25 | – |
| Year 7 cohort | 46 | 28 |
| Year 12 cohort | 27 | 30 |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +37% | +3% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 985 | 986 |
| ICSEA percentile | 40th | 40th |
| Top SEA quarter | 12% | 1% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 32% | 38% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 7.8 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 37.1 | 33.0 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 42.1 | 18.6 |
| Language background other than English | 21% | 0% |
| Indigenous students | 14% | 0% |
| Suburb | Strathalbyn 6530 | Willetton 6155 |
| Council area | Greater Geraldton | Canning |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional | Major Cities |
| Website | www.gcc.wa.edu.au | www.oneschoolglobal.com |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index scores (36.9 vs 37.2).
- •OneSchool Global WA has the higher ICSEA (986 vs 985), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •OneSchool Global WA has fewer students per teacher (7.8 vs 12.8).
- •Geraldton Christian College is the larger school with 475 students compared with 258.
- •Geraldton Christian College has grown faster over five years (37% vs 3%).
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 Geraldton Christian College better than OneSchool Global WA?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index. Differences in sector, size, year range and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Geraldton Christian College and OneSchool Global WA?
About 387 km in a straight line, between Strathalbyn and Willetton in Western Australia.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Geraldton Christian College has 12.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and OneSchool Global WA has 7.8.
How do Geraldton Christian College and OneSchool Global WA rank in WA?
Geraldton Christian College is 116th of 172 and OneSchool Global WA is 114th of 172 among combined schools in Western Australia on the 2025 Success Index.