Iona College

Lindum, Queensland · Catholic · Boys · Year 5 to Year 12

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Distinguished tier

a very high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting strong results across most areas

Elite for Student WellbeingElite for Learning EnvironmentRanked 2nd among Catholic boys schools in QueenslandDistinguished tier

S360 score: 83.7%

Iona College is a boys', Catholic, Large school from Year 5 to Year 12 in Lindum, Queensland. It sits in the Distinguished tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Student Wellbeing, where it reaches Elite tier. It reaches Elite tier for Student Support.

Schools360 scoring overview

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

Academic Excellence48 / 60 (80.0%)Distinguished

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing54 / 60 (90.0%)Elite

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities48 / 60 (80.0%)Distinguished

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence48 / 60 (80.0%)Distinguished

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1015 / 20Leading

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 Pathways17 / 20Distinguished

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

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing18 / 20Elite

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

Student Support19 / 20Elite

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

Personal Development17 / 20Distinguished

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

Learning Opportunities

Curriculum16 / 20Distinguished

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

Sports15 / 20Leading

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture17 / 20Distinguished

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 Environment18 / 20Elite

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

Technology and Innovation18 / 20Elite

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

Institutional Excellence

School Governance17 / 20Distinguished

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.

Sustainability15 / 20Leading

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

Key information

Affiliation
Catholic
Year range
Year 5 to Year 12
Gender
Boys
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
1,852
Student:teacher ratio
13.0:1
Location
Lindum, Queensland
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

107979 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 5
    Reading
    482(-39)
    Writing
    455(-53)
    Spelling
    469(-41)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    479(-53)
    Numeracy
    498(-26)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    524(-42)
    Writing
    537(-32)
    Spelling
    532(-28)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    532(-37)
    Numeracy
    547(-29)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    551(-45)
    Writing
    567(-44)
    Spelling
    562(-24)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    551(-43)
    Numeracy
    582(-23)

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

Senior secondary results

Published by the school or its state curriculum authority, not compiled or scored by Schools360.

2024

  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    33.0%

Source: the school's published results, extracted 2026-08-21.

2026 fees

All inclusive — this figure already includes levies and other charges. Not directly comparable to a Tuition only figure at another school.

  • Local day students fees, 2026
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Annual fee
    $13,784
  • Year level
    Year 8
    Annual fee
    $13,784
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Annual fee
    $13,784
  • Year level
    Year 10
    Annual fee
    $13,784
  • Year level
    Year 11
    Annual fee
    $13,784
  • Year level
    Year 12
    Annual fee
    $13,784
Additional information on fees

Published via GoodSchools (Good Schools Guide), a directory the school itself supplies its fee schedule to.

Source: the school’s published fee schedule. Extracted 2026-08-20.

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Common questions

What year levels does Iona College teach?

Iona College teaches Year 5 to Year 12.

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

Iona College is a Boys school.

What sector is Iona College in?

Iona College is classified as Catholic.

Does Iona College offer boarding?

No, Iona College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Iona College?

Iona College has 1,852 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Iona College?

Iona College's student to teacher ratio is 13.0 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Iona College sit in?

Iona College sits in the Distinguished tier, a very high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting strong results across most areas.

What is Iona College's strongest area on Schools360?

Iona College's strongest area is Student Wellbeing, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Iona College rank?

Iona College ranks 2nd among Catholic boys schools in Queensland.

Where is Iona College located?

Iona College is located in Lindum, Queensland.