St John's Catholic College
St John's Catholic College is a Catholic secondary school in The Gardens, NT offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 957, it sits in the 28th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 287 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 27% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 59% have a language background other than English.
The Gardens NT 0820. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St John's Catholic College compares
By ICSEA, St John's Catholic College ranks 10th of the 26 secondary schools in NT that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 6 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 4th-highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Darwin Middle School, a government secondary school 0.3 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. St John's Catholic College scores 957, near average.
Enrolment and location
St John's Catholic 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 St John's Catholic College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St John's Catholic College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darwin Middle SchoolGovernment Secondary · The Gardens | 0.3 km | 1065 | 108 higher | 663 |
| Northern Territory School of Distance EducationGovernment Secondary · The Gardens | 0.4 km | 837 | 120 lower | 252 |
| Darwin High SchoolGovernment Secondary · The Gardens | 0.5 km | 1050 | 93 higher | 1,286 |
| Stuart Park Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Stuart Park | 0.8 km | 1054 | 97 higher | 492 |
| Parap Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Parap | 1.4 km | 1066 | 109 higher | 405 |
| Larrakeyah Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Larrakeyah | 2.1 km | 1086 | 129 higher | 480 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St John's Catholic College a government school?
No, St John's Catholic College is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St John's Catholic College offer?
St John's Catholic College offers 7-12.
What is St John's Catholic College's ICSEA score?
St John's Catholic College has an ICSEA score of 957, placing it in the 28th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St John's Catholic College?
St John's Catholic College has 287 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near St John's Catholic College?
The nearest schools to St John's Catholic College are Darwin Middle School (0.3 km), Northern Territory School of Distance Education (0.4 km), Darwin High School (0.5 km).
Where is St John's Catholic College located?
St John's Catholic College is located in The Gardens, NT 0820. Visit the school website at http://www.stjohnsnt.catholic.edu.au.