Shire Christian School
Shire Christian School is an independent combined school in Barden Ridge, NSW offering K-12. With an ICSEA score of 1116, it sits in the 88th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 926 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 14% have a language background other than English.
Barden Ridge NSW 2234. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Shire Christian School compares
By ICSEA, Shire Christian School ranks 77th of the 441 combined schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 7 combined schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Lucas Heights Community School, a government combined school 0.4 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. Shire Christian School scores 1116, above average.
Enrolment and location
Shire Christian School is a Independent school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
About Barden Ridge
Shire Christian School is located in Barden Ridge, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $3,134/wk and median rent of $685/wk. Population: 4,129.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Barden Ridge suburb profileSchools near Shire Christian School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Shire Christian School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucas Heights Community SchoolGovernment Combined · Barden Ridge | 0.4 km | 1038 | 78 lower | 796 |
| Marton Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Engadine | 1.8 km | 1063 | 53 lower | 318 |
| Aquinas Catholic CollegeCatholic Secondary · Menai | 2.1 km | 1082 | 34 lower | 1,140 |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Menai | 2.3 km | 1098 | 18 lower | 803 |
| Bangor Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Bangor | 2.6 km | 1077 | 39 lower | 503 |
| Engadine West Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Engadine | 2.6 km | 1057 | 59 lower | 541 |
| Yarrawarrah Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Engadine | 2.7 km | 1081 | 35 lower | 249 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shire Christian School a government school?
No, Shire Christian School is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Shire Christian School offer?
Shire Christian School offers K-12.
What is Shire Christian School's ICSEA score?
Shire Christian School has an ICSEA score of 1116, placing it in the 88th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Shire Christian School?
Shire Christian School has 926 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Shire Christian School?
The nearest schools to Shire Christian School are Lucas Heights Community School (0.4 km), Marton Public School (1.8 km), Aquinas Catholic College (2.1 km).
Where is Shire Christian School located?
Shire Christian School is located in Barden Ridge, NSW 2234. Visit the school website at http://www.shirechristian.nsw.edu.au.