Downlands College
Downlands College is a Catholic combined school in Toowoomba, QLD offering Prep-12. With an ICSEA score of 1060, it sits in the 72nd percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,187 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher. 7% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 7% have a language background other than English.
Toowoomba QLD 4350. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
How Downlands College compares
By ICSEA, Downlands College ranks 105th of the 329 combined schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 7 combined schools within 5 km, it has the 5th-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Good Samaritan College, a Catholic secondary school 0.4 km away.
Ranks are calculated by GDP.com.au from ACARA 2025 school profile data. Distances are straight-line from the school's ACARA location. ICSEA describes students' family backgrounds; ACARA notes it is not a rating of the school or its teaching.
ICSEA against the national average
ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-educational background of a school's student community. The Australian average is 1,000. Downlands College scores 1060, above average.
Enrolment and location
Downlands College is a Catholic school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
Schools near Downlands College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Downlands College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toowoomba State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Mount Lofty | 1.3 km | 934 | 126 lower | 775 |
| Toowoomba North State SchoolGovernment Primary · Toowoomba | 2.5 km | 909 | 151 lower | 237 |
| Sacred Heart Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Toowoomba | 2.7 km | 998 | 62 lower | 246 |
| St Ursula's CollegeCatholic Secondary · Toowoomba | 2.8 km | 1043 | 17 lower | 401 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downlands College a government school?
No, Downlands College is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does Downlands College offer?
Downlands College offers Prep-12.
What is Downlands College's ICSEA score?
Downlands College has an ICSEA score of 1060, placing it in the 72nd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Downlands College?
Downlands College has 1,187 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher.
What schools are near Downlands College?
The nearest schools to Downlands College are Good Samaritan College (0.4 km), Harlaxton State School (0.6 km), Toowoomba State High School (1.3 km).
Where is Downlands College located?
Downlands College is located in Toowoomba, QLD 4350. Visit the school website at http://www.downlands.qld.edu.au/.