Lourdes Hill College

Hawthorne, Queensland · Catholic · Girls · Year 7 to Year 12

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Distinguished tier

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

Elite for Learning EnvironmentElite for Institutional ExcellenceRanked 2nd among Catholic schools in QueenslandRanked 2nd among Catholic girls schools in QueenslandDistinguished tier

S360 score: 86.1%

Lourdes Hill College is a girls', Catholic, Mid-Sized school from Year 7 to Year 12 in Hawthorne, Queensland. It sits in the Distinguished tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Learning Environment, where it reaches Elite tier. It reaches Elite tier for Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment.

Schools360 scoring overview

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

Academic Excellence51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1016 / 20Distinguished

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

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1218 / 20Elite

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 Wellbeing16 / 20Distinguished

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

Curriculum17 / 20Distinguished

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

Sports16 / 20Distinguished

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 Environment19 / 20Elite

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

Technology and Innovation17 / 20Distinguished

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

Institutional Excellence

School Governance18 / 20Elite

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

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections18 / 20Elite

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

Sustainability17 / 20Distinguished

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

Key information

Affiliation
Catholic
Year range
Year 7 to Year 12
Gender
Girls
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
1,069
Student:teacher ratio
14.6:1
Location
Hawthorne, Queensland
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1120120 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
    513(-8)
    Writing
    502(-6)
    Spelling
    484(-26)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    519(-13)
    Numeracy
    494(-30)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    565(-1)
    Writing
    577(+8)
    Spelling
    545(-15)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    572(+3)
    Numeracy
    552(-24)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    597(+1)
    Writing
    625(+14)
    Spelling
    580(-6)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    619(+25)
    Numeracy
    596(-9)

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 Lourdes Hill College teach?

Lourdes Hill College teaches Year 7 to Year 12.

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

Lourdes Hill College is a Girls school.

What sector is Lourdes Hill College in?

Lourdes Hill College is classified as Catholic.

Does Lourdes Hill College offer boarding?

No, Lourdes Hill College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Lourdes Hill College?

Lourdes Hill College has 1,069 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Lourdes Hill College?

Lourdes Hill College's student to teacher ratio is 14.6 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Lourdes Hill College sit in?

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

What is Lourdes Hill College's strongest area on Schools360?

Lourdes Hill College's strongest area is Learning Environment, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Lourdes Hill College rank?

Lourdes Hill College ranks 2nd among Catholic schools in Queensland.

Where is Lourdes Hill College located?

Lourdes Hill College is located in Hawthorne, Queensland.