Pacific Lutheran College

Meridan Plains, Queensland · Non-denominational · 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: 75.5%

Pacific Lutheran College is a co-educational, non-denominational, Mid-Sized school from Prep to Year 12 in Meridan Plains, 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 50 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 Excellence42 / 60 (70.0%)Trusted

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing45 / 60 (75.0%)Leading

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities48 / 60 (80.0%)Distinguished

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment49 / 60 (81.7%)Distinguished

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence43 / 60 (71.7%)Trusted

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 1215 / 20Leading

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

University Outcomes and Pathways13 / 20Trusted

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 Support15 / 20Leading

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

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 Culture15 / 20Leading

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

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff16 / 20Distinguished

Assesses teacher qualifications, ratios, satisfaction and instructional methodologies.

Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment17 / 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 Connections14 / 20Trusted

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
Non-denominational
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Co-ed
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
1,175
Student:teacher ratio
13.4:1
Location
Meridan Plains, 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
    432(-6)
    Writing
    430(-12)
    Spelling
    417(-16)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    446(-2)
    Numeracy
    434(-2)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    533(+12)
    Writing
    498(-10)
    Spelling
    511(+1)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    531(-1)
    Numeracy
    539(+15)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    570(+4)
    Writing
    572(+3)
    Spelling
    559(-1)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    567(-2)
    Numeracy
    579(+3)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    590(-6)
    Writing
    623(+12)
    Spelling
    580(-6)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    590(-4)
    Numeracy
    603(-2)

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
    16.0%

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

2023

  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    43.0%

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

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Common questions

What year levels does Pacific Lutheran College teach?

Pacific Lutheran College teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

Pacific Lutheran College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Pacific Lutheran College in?

Pacific Lutheran College is classified as Independent.

Does Pacific Lutheran College offer boarding?

No, Pacific Lutheran College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Pacific Lutheran College?

Pacific Lutheran College has 1,175 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Pacific Lutheran College?

Pacific Lutheran College's student to teacher ratio is 13.4 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Pacific Lutheran College sit in?

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

What is Pacific Lutheran College's strongest area on Schools360?

Pacific Lutheran College's strongest area is Learning Environment, reaching Distinguished tier.

Where is Pacific Lutheran College located?

Pacific Lutheran College is located in Meridan Plains, Queensland.