Ipswich Grammar School

Ipswich, Queensland · No religious affiliation · Boys · Prep 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 OpportunitiesDistinguished tier

S360 score: 84.3%

Ipswich Grammar School is a boys', Mid-Sized school from Prep to Year 12 in Ipswich, 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 Sports.

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 Wellbeing53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence48 / 60 (80.0%)Distinguished

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1017 / 20Distinguished

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 Wellbeing18 / 20Elite

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

Student Support17 / 20Distinguished

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

Personal Development18 / 20Elite

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.

Sports19 / 20Elite

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture18 / 20Elite

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 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 Connections19 / 20Elite

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
Boys
Boarding
Yes
Total enrolments
1,242
Student:teacher ratio
12.2:1
Location
Ipswich, Queensland
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1114114 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
    480(+42)
    Writing
    492(+50)
    Spelling
    486(+53)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    533(+85)
    Numeracy
    474(+38)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    547(+26)
    Writing
    556(+48)
    Spelling
    561(+51)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    625(+93)
    Numeracy
    582(+58)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    582(+16)
    Writing
    594(+25)
    Spelling
    598(+38)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    611(+42)
    Numeracy
    607(+31)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    620(+24)
    Writing
    644(+33)
    Spelling
    616(+30)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    641(+47)
    Numeracy
    646(+41)

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
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    94.1

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

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Common questions

What year levels does Ipswich Grammar School teach?

Ipswich Grammar School teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is Ipswich Grammar School a boys, girls or co-ed school?

Ipswich Grammar School is a Boys school.

What sector is Ipswich Grammar School in?

Ipswich Grammar School is classified as Independent.

Does Ipswich Grammar School offer boarding?

Yes, Ipswich Grammar School offers boarding.

How many students attend Ipswich Grammar School?

Ipswich Grammar School has 1,242 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Ipswich Grammar School?

Ipswich Grammar School's student to teacher ratio is 12.2 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Ipswich Grammar School sit in?

Ipswich Grammar School sits in the Distinguished tier, a very high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting strong results across most areas.

What is Ipswich Grammar School's strongest area on Schools360?

Ipswich Grammar School's strongest area is Student Wellbeing, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Ipswich Grammar School rank?

Ipswich Grammar School ranks 5th among private boys schools in Queensland.

Where is Ipswich Grammar School located?

Ipswich Grammar School is located in Ipswich, Queensland.