The McDonald College
The McDonald College is an independent combined school in North Strathfield, NSW offering 1-12. With an ICSEA score of 1123, it sits in the 90th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 265 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 34% have a language background other than English.
North Strathfield NSW 2137. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How The McDonald College compares
By ICSEA, The McDonald College ranks 68th of the 441 combined schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 16 combined schools within 5 km, it has the 6th-highest ICSEA and the 11th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School, a Catholic primary school 0.2 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. The McDonald College scores 1123, above average.
Enrolment and location
The McDonald College 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 North Strathfield
The McDonald College is located in North Strathfield, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $2,333/wk and median rent of $495/wk. Population: 4,618.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
North Strathfield suburb profileSchools near The McDonald College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs The McDonald College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · North Strathfield | 0.2 km | 1140 | 17 higher | 427 |
| Strathfield North Public SchoolGovernment Primary · North Strathfield | 0.6 km | 1112 | 11 lower | 508 |
| St Ambrose Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Concord West | 0.9 km | 1133 | 10 higher | 484 |
| Homebush Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Homebush | 1.0 km | 1094 | 29 lower | 368 |
| Homebush Boys High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Homebush | 1.1 km | 1043 | 80 lower | 891 |
| Victoria Avenue Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Concord West | 1.2 km | 1071 | 52 lower | 340 |
| St Martha's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Strathfield | 1.7 km | 1120 | 3 lower | 315 |
| Strathfield Girls High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Strathfield | 1.7 km | 1077 | 46 lower | 1,063 |
| Meriden SchoolIndependent Combined · Strathfield | 1.8 km | 1180 | 57 higher | 1,761 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The McDonald College a government school?
No, The McDonald College is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does The McDonald College offer?
The McDonald College offers 1-12.
What is The McDonald College's ICSEA score?
The McDonald College has an ICSEA score of 1123, placing it in the 90th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend The McDonald College?
The McDonald College has 265 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher.
What schools are near The McDonald College?
The nearest schools to The McDonald College are Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School (0.2 km), Strathfield North Public School (0.6 km), St Ambrose Catholic Primary School (0.9 km).
Where is The McDonald College located?
The McDonald College is located in North Strathfield, NSW 2137. Visit the school website at http://www.mcdonald.nsw.edu.au.