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QCE ATAR Results 2024: Queensland’s Top Performing Schools 🎓

View the results of QLD's top-ranked schools based on 2024's HSC results.

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By Manoj Arachige
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The 2024 QCE ATAR results are in, showcasing another year of outstanding achievements for Queensland’s Year 12 students. With over 28,000 students receiving their ATARs this year, the state’s education system continues to demonstrate strong performance and steady improvement. A remarkable 25% of students earned an ATAR of 90 or above, while 36 students achieved the coveted perfect score of 99.95, up slightly from last year’s total of 33.

This year’s results reflect not only the resilience and hard work of students but also the dedication of schools across Queensland. A notable trend in 2024 is the increasing competitiveness of state schools, with several securing places alongside high-performing private institutions in producing top-ranked ATAR results. Comparisons to 2023 also highlight a consistent rise in the number of students achieving ATARs above 95, further cementing Queensland’s reputation for academic excellence.

In this blog, we’ll take a closer look at the top ten ranked schools in Queensland for 2024, analysing their standout statistics, including median ATAR scores, percentages of students achieving 95+ and 90+, and other noteworthy data points. Whether you’re a parent, student, or educator, this guide provides valuable insights into Queensland’s best-performing schools.

Schools Producing Top Performers

Below shows where Queensland’s top-performing students (students achieving ATAR 99.95) came from:

  • Brisbane Grammar School – 5 students
  • Anglican Church Grammar School – 3 students
  • Brisbane Boys' College – 2 students
  • Mansfield State High School – 2 students
  • All Hallows' School – 2 students
  • Loreto College – 2 students
  • Brisbane Girls Grammar School – 1 student
  • St Aidan's Anglican Girls' School – 1 student
  • St Joseph's College Gregory Terrace – 1 student
  • Townsville Grammar School – 1 student
  • Matthew Flinders Anglican College – 1 student
  • Canterbury College – 1 student
  • Not Yet Published – 12 students

Queensland’s Top Performing Schools in 2024

1. Brisbane Girls Grammar School 🏆

  • Rank: 1st in QCE (Maintained position from 2023)
  • Median ATAR: 96.20
  • Key Stats:
    • 12.8% of students achieved a 99+ ATAR (top 1% in QLD).
    • 56.4% achieved a 95+ ATAR (top 5%).
    • 85.2% achieved a 90+ ATAR (top 10%).
    • 98.4% achieved an 80+ ATAR (top 20%).

2. Brisbane Grammar School

  • Rank: 2nd in QCE (Up from 3rd in 2023)
  • Median ATAR: 95.40
  • Key Stats:
    • 19.2% of students achieved a 99+ ATAR (top 1% in QLD).
    • 51.0% achieved a 95+ ATAR (top 5%).

3. St Aidan’s Anglican Girls’ School

  • Rank: 3rd in QCE (Down from 2nd in 2023)
  • Median ATAR: 94.10
  • Key Stats:
    • 18.0% of students achieved a 99+ ATAR (top 1% in QLD).
    • 48.0% achieved a 95+ ATAR (top 5%).
    • 66.0% achieved a 90+ ATAR (top 10%).

4. St Joseph’s College Gregory Terrace

  • Rank: 4th in QCE
  • Median ATAR: 93.35
  • Key Stats:
    • 40.0% of students achieved a 90+ ATAR (top 10% in QLD).

5. Anglican Church Grammar School

  • Rank: 5th in QCE
  • Median ATAR: 93.35
  • Key Stats:
    • 15.0% of students achieved a 99+ ATAR (top 1% in QLD).
    • 39.0% achieved a 95+ ATAR (top 5%).
    • 64.0% achieved a 90+ ATAR (top 10%).

Notable Achievements:

  • 24 students scored 100% in QCE subjects.
  • 4 students achieved 99.90 ATARs.
  • 13 QCAA Subject Achievement Commendations.

6. All Hallows’ School

  • Rank: 6th in QCE
  • Median ATAR: 93.15
  • Key Stats:
    • 7.0% of students achieved a 99+ ATAR (top 1% in QLD).
    • 33.0% achieved a 95+ ATAR (top 5%).
    • 65.0% achieved a 90+ ATAR (top 10%).

7. Whitsunday Anglican School

  • Rank: 7th in QCE
  • Median ATAR: 92.00
  • Key Stats:
    • 22.0% of students achieved a 99+ ATAR (top 1% in QLD).
    • 43.0% achieved a 95+ ATAR (top 5%).
    • 59.0% achieved a 90+ ATAR (top 10%).

8. St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School

  • Rank: 8th in QCE
  • Median ATAR: 91.90
  • Key Stats:
    • 8.2% of students achieved a 99+ ATAR (top 1% in QLD).
    • 38.5% achieved a 95+ ATAR (top 5%).
    • 63.1% achieved a 90+ ATAR (top 10%).

9. Mount Alvernia College

  • Rank: 9th in QCE
  • Median ATAR: 91.85
  • Key Stats:
    • 3.0% of students achieved a 99+ ATAR (top 1% in QLD).
    • 18.5% achieved a 95+ ATAR (top 5%).
    • 60.0% achieved a 90+ ATAR (top 10%).

10. Somerville House

  • Rank: 10th in QCE
  • Median ATAR: 91.83
  • Key Stats:
    • 5.0% of students achieved a 99+ ATAR (top 1% in QLD).
    • 32.0% achieved a 95+ ATAR (top 5%).
    • 60.0% achieved a 90+ ATAR (top 10%).

Closing Thoughts

Congratulations to all Queensland Year 12 graduates for their exceptional results! Whether your school made the list or not, this milestone is a testament to your hard work and determination.

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