Sheldon College

Sheldon, Queensland · Non-denominational · Co-ed · 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 EnvironmentRanked 3rd among private co-ed schools in QueenslandDistinguished tier

S360 score: 86.8%

Sheldon College is a co-educational, non-denominational, Large school from Prep to Year 12 in Sheldon, 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 Wellbeing.

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 Wellbeing54 / 60 (90.0%)Elite

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment54 / 60 (90.0%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence50 / 60 (83.3%)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 1218 / 20Elite

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

University Outcomes and Pathways16 / 20Distinguished

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

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing19 / 20Elite

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

Student Support18 / 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

Curriculum17 / 20Distinguished

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

Sports18 / 20Elite

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture16 / 20Distinguished

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

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff18 / 20Elite

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 Connections17 / 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
Non-denominational
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Co-ed
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
1,460
Student:teacher ratio
13.5:1
Location
Sheldon, Queensland
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1124124 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
    438(0)
    Writing
    439(-3)
    Spelling
    428(-5)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    453(+5)
    Numeracy
    441(+5)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    534(+13)
    Writing
    528(+20)
    Spelling
    519(+9)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    545(+13)
    Numeracy
    543(+19)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    591(+25)
    Writing
    586(+17)
    Spelling
    579(+19)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    592(+23)
    Numeracy
    601(+25)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    609(+13)
    Writing
    611(0)
    Spelling
    598(+12)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    617(+23)
    Numeracy
    630(+25)

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 Sheldon College teach?

Sheldon College teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

Sheldon College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Sheldon College in?

Sheldon College is classified as Independent.

Does Sheldon College offer boarding?

No, Sheldon College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Sheldon College?

Sheldon College has 1,460 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Sheldon College?

Sheldon College's student to teacher ratio is 13.5 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Sheldon College sit in?

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

What is Sheldon College's strongest area on Schools360?

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

Where does Sheldon College rank?

Sheldon College ranks 3rd among private co-ed schools in Queensland.

Where is Sheldon College located?

Sheldon College is located in Sheldon, Queensland.