St Paul's College
St Paul's College is a Catholic secondary school in West Kempsey, NSW offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 999, it sits in the 46th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 641 enrolled students, with approximately 9 students per teacher. 12% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 4% have a language background other than English.
West Kempsey NSW 2440. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St Paul's College compares
By ICSEA, St Paul's College ranks 293rd of the 610 secondary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 4 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Kempsey High School, a government secondary school 0.9 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 Paul's College scores 999, near average.
Enrolment and location
St Paul'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.
About West Kempsey
St Paul's College is located in West Kempsey, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $925/wk and median rent of $290/wk. Population: 5,073.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
West Kempsey suburb profileSchools near St Paul's College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Paul's College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kempsey High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Kempsey | 0.9 km | 848 | 151 lower | 584 |
| St Joseph's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · West Kempsey | 1.8 km | 991 | 8 lower | 332 |
| Kempsey West Public SchoolGovernment Primary · West Kempsey | 1.9 km | 794 | 205 lower | 422 |
| Melville High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Kempsey | 3.3 km | 849 | 150 lower | 355 |
| Aldavilla Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Yarravel | 3.5 km | 896 | 103 lower | 263 |
| Kempsey Adventist SchoolIndependent Combined · Kempsey | 5.0 km | 953 | 46 lower | 458 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Paul's College a government school?
No, St Paul's College is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Paul's College offer?
St Paul's College offers 7-12.
What is St Paul's College's ICSEA score?
St Paul's College has an ICSEA score of 999, placing it in the 46th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Paul's College?
St Paul's College has 641 enrolled students, with approximately 9 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Paul's College?
The nearest schools to St Paul's College are Kempsey High School (0.9 km), St Joseph's Primary School (1.8 km), Kempsey West Public School (1.9 km).
Where is St Paul's College located?
St Paul's College is located in West Kempsey, NSW 2440. Visit the school website at http://www.kmpslism.catholic.edu.au/.