Riverside Christian College

Maryborough, Queensland · Christian · 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: 73.9%

Riverside Christian College is a co-educational, Christian, Mid-Sized school from Prep to Year 12 in Maryborough, Queensland. It sits in the Leading tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Student Wellbeing, where it reaches Distinguished tier. It reaches Elite tier for Student Wellbeing.

Schools360 scoring overview

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

Academic Excellence40 / 60 (66.7%)Trusted

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities42 / 60 (70.0%)Trusted

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment48 / 60 (80.0%)Distinguished

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence41 / 60 (68.3%)Trusted

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 1214 / 20Trusted

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

University Outcomes and Pathways11 / 20Highly Capable

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 Development16 / 20Distinguished

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 Innovation15 / 20Leading

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.

Sustainability12 / 20Highly Capable

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

Key information

Affiliation
Christian
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Co-ed
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
1,399
Student:teacher ratio
16.5:1
Location
Maryborough, Queensland
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

10044 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
    376(-62)
    Writing
    390(-52)
    Spelling
    364(-69)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    367(-81)
    Numeracy
    389(-47)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    434(-87)
    Writing
    426(-82)
    Spelling
    442(-68)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    426(-106)
    Numeracy
    432(-92)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    524(-42)
    Writing
    521(-48)
    Spelling
    513(-47)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    522(-47)
    Numeracy
    512(-64)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    532(-64)
    Writing
    564(-47)
    Spelling
    549(-37)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    529(-65)
    Numeracy
    546(-59)

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 Riverside Christian College teach?

Riverside Christian College teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

Riverside Christian College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Riverside Christian College in?

Riverside Christian College is classified as Independent.

Does Riverside Christian College offer boarding?

No, Riverside Christian College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Riverside Christian College?

Riverside Christian College has 1,399 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Riverside Christian College?

Riverside Christian College's student to teacher ratio is 16.5 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Riverside Christian College sit in?

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

What is Riverside Christian College's strongest area on Schools360?

Riverside Christian College's strongest area is Student Wellbeing, reaching Distinguished tier.

Where does Riverside Christian College rank?

Riverside Christian College ranks 23rd among private regional schools in Queensland.

Where is Riverside Christian College located?

Riverside Christian College is located in Maryborough, Queensland.