Hills International College

Jimboomba, Queensland · No religious affiliation · Co-ed · Prep to Year 12

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Leading tier

a high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting solid results across key areas

Leading tier

S360 score: 76.0%

Hills International College is a co-educational, Boutique school from Prep to Year 12 in Jimboomba, Queensland. It sits in the Leading tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Learning Environment, where it reaches Distinguished tier. Its score places it in the top 48 percent of Australian schools.

Schools360 scoring overview

The ▾ marker on each bar shows the national median: the middle score among every Australian school Schools360 has assessed.

Academic Excellence45 / 60 (75.0%)Leading

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing47 / 60 (78.3%)Leading

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities42 / 60 (70.0%)Trusted

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment49 / 60 (81.7%)Distinguished

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence45 / 60 (75.0%)Leading

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1014 / 20Trusted

Current and previous years NAPLAN test scores assessing academic proficiency for students in years 7 to 10.

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1216 / 20Distinguished

Measures of academic achievement, including median ATAR scores and VCE, HSC or equivalent results.

University Outcomes and Pathways15 / 20Leading

Evaluates students' progress, entry into top-tier universities, postgraduate study, and alumni success.

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing17 / 20Distinguished

Focuses on promoting students' physical, mental and emotional health, anti-bullying and school diversity.

Student Support16 / 20Distinguished

Examines support systems such as learning assistance, mentorship, pastoral care and inclusive education.

Personal Development14 / 20Trusted

Tracks initiatives fostering leadership, career readiness, independence, social justice and outdoor education.

Learning Opportunities

Curriculum15 / 20Leading

Assesses the diversity and quality of the academic curriculum, including specialised subjects and STEM.

Sports14 / 20Trusted

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture13 / 20Trusted

Measures the quality and achievements in visual arts, music, drama and artistic progression.

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff17 / 20Distinguished

Assesses teacher qualifications, ratios, satisfaction and instructional methodologies.

Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment16 / 20Distinguished

Evaluates campus quality, library, modern learning spaces, and open and green spaces for recreation and learning.

Technology and Innovation16 / 20Distinguished

Examines the integration of technology, device accessibility, innovative tools and digital literacy initiatives.

Institutional Excellence

School Governance15 / 20Leading

Focuses on the vision, strategy, parent involvement, transparency and communication in school governance.

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections16 / 20Distinguished

Considers school history, recognition, community engagement, alumni network and school impact.

Sustainability14 / 20Trusted

Examines the school's commitment, strategy, reporting and practices related to environmental sustainability.

Key information

Affiliation
No religious affiliation
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Co-ed
Boarding
Yes
Total enrolments
705
Student:teacher ratio
12.8:1
Location
Jimboomba, Queensland
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

103636 above the national average

ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of a school’s student population — the occupation and education of families, the school’s geographic location, and the proportion of Indigenous students it enrols. It is not a measure of school quality or performance. The national average is 1000.

Source: ACARA My School. Published by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) via the My School website.

NAPLAN

Each score below is shown against the national average — Schools360’s own calculation across the private and independent schools in this dataset with a result at that year level and domain, not a figure ACARA itself publishes, and not every Australian school ACARA tracks. It rests on a single year’s cohort, not a stable multi-year pattern.

2025 NAPLAN results

  • Year level
    Year 3
    Reading
    415(-23)
    Writing
    401(-41)
    Spelling
    402(-31)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    409(-39)
    Numeracy
    401(-35)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    486(-35)
    Writing
    477(-31)
    Spelling
    496(-14)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    496(-36)
    Numeracy
    484(-40)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    530(-36)
    Writing
    550(-19)
    Spelling
    533(-27)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    535(-34)
    Numeracy
    543(-33)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    556(-40)
    Writing
    568(-43)
    Spelling
    547(-39)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    558(-36)
    Numeracy
    566(-39)

Source: ACARA My School, 2025. Published by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) via the My School website.

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Common questions

What year levels does Hills International College teach?

Hills International College teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is Hills International College a boys, girls or co-ed school?

Hills International College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Hills International College in?

Hills International College is classified as Independent.

Does Hills International College offer boarding?

Yes, Hills International College offers boarding.

How many students attend Hills International College?

Hills International College has 705 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Hills International College?

Hills International College's student to teacher ratio is 12.8 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Hills International College sit in?

Hills International College sits in the Leading tier, a high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting solid results across key areas.

What is Hills International College's strongest area on Schools360?

Hills International College's strongest area is Learning Environment, reaching Distinguished tier.

Where is Hills International College located?

Hills International College is located in Jimboomba, Queensland.