North Lakes State College is a government co-ed school built around practical pathways and shared facilities.
NAPLAN 25 points below national year-level averages; the result is a B- overall.
North Lakes State College is a government co-ed school built around practical pathways and shared facilities. It runs a strong hospitality program with an industry-standard commercial kitchen, alongside vocational education options. The Inspire Academy Program serves students with aptitude in academic areas. The school is known across the region for exceptional sporting facilities and maintains a traditional, structured approach to education. It suits families seeking hands-on learning options and clear career direction.
North Lakes State College is also known as NLSC and NLSC North Lakes.
North Lakes State College draws students from the North Lakes State College (and 2 more zones).
North Lakes State College has an overall SchoolRank score of 45.4/100, rated "Slightly below average". This score is calculated from academic results, student growth, wellbeing, programs, and value for money. Academically, the school grades B− (Slightly below average) against other Australian schools. The school's ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) is 1018 (55th percentile; the national average is 1,000).
In 2025 NAPLAN testing at North Lakes State College, Year 3 students averaged 374 across the tested NAPLAN domains, below the national average of 407 for that year level, and Year 5 students averaged 469, below the national average of 490 for that year level, and Year 7 students averaged 518, below the national average of 540 for that year level, and Year 9 students averaged 545, below the national average of 569 for that year level. National averages are specific to each year level, because NAPLAN scores are scaled so older year levels score higher. A school-wide average can't be compared with a single national figure.
North Lakes State College is a large government combined school with approximately 2,407 students. It offers education for years Prep-12. As a government school, enrolment is generally available to students living within the school's designated catchment zone. Families outside the zone may apply for out-of-area placement subject to availability.
North Lakes State College is a government school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may be asked to contribute to voluntary school fees covering materials, excursions, and activities. The school grades B (Average) for value for money, which weighs academic results against the cost of attendance.
North Lakes State College has a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.7:1. This is below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 32% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 88%, which is good.
North Lakes State College's official QCE results: Awarded the QCE (2025), 99%; Earned a VET qualification (2025), 99.5%; Studied a university subject (2025), 6 students; School-based apprenticeship (2025), 21 students. They cover 240 students who completed Year 12.
North Lakes State College is located in North Lakes, QLD, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 1018 (55th percentile; the national average is 1,000). ICSEA measures the advantage of a school's community, from its parents' education and occupation, not the school's quality. A school with a lower ICSEA and strong academic results may be teaching particularly effectively.