St John's College
St John's College is a Catholic secondary school in Lismore, NSW offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1059, it sits in the 72nd percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 774 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher. 4% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 3% have a language background other than English.
Lismore NSW 2480. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St John's College compares
By ICSEA, St John's College ranks 158th of the 610 secondary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 6 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Lismore Heights Public School, a government primary school 2.5 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 College scores 1059, above average.
Enrolment and location
St John's 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 College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St John's College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lismore Heights Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Lismore Heights | 2.5 km | 973 | 86 lower | 203 |
| The Rivers Secondary College, Richmond River High CampusGovernment Secondary · North Lismore | 2.6 km | 950 | 109 lower | 494 |
| St Carthage's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Lismore | 2.7 km | 1064 | 5 higher | 580 |
| Living SchoolIndependent Combined · Lismore | 3.8 km | 1037 | 22 lower | 313 |
| The Rivers Secondary College, Lismore High CampusGovernment Secondary · Lismore | 4.1 km | 934 | 125 lower | 438 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St John's College a government school?
No, St John's College is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St John's College offer?
St John's College offers 7-12.
What is St John's College's ICSEA score?
St John's College has an ICSEA score of 1059, placing it in the 72nd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St John's College?
St John's College has 774 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher.
What schools are near St John's College?
The nearest schools to St John's College are Lismore Heights Public School (2.5 km), The Rivers Secondary College, Richmond River High Campus (2.6 km), St Carthage's Primary School (2.7 km).
Where is St John's College located?
St John's College is located in Lismore, NSW 2480. Visit the school website at http://www.lisjclism.catholic.edu.au.