Meriden School
Meriden School is an independent combined school in Strathfield, NSW offering K-12. With an ICSEA score of 1180, it sits in the 99th percentile nationally and is well above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,761 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 80% of students have a language background other than English.
Strathfield NSW 2135. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Meriden School compares
By ICSEA, Meriden School ranks 14th of the 441 combined schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 18 combined schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Santa Sabina College, Santa Maria del Monte, an independent primary 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. Meriden School scores 1180, well above average.
Enrolment and location
Meriden 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.
Schools near Meriden School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Meriden School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martha's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Strathfield | 0.3 km | 1120 | 60 lower | 315 |
| Strathfield Girls High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Strathfield | 0.5 km | 1077 | 103 lower | 1,063 |
| Santa Sabina CollegeIndependent Combined · Strathfield | 0.6 km | 1139 | 41 lower | 1,320 |
| Burwood Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Burwood | 0.9 km | 1092 | 88 lower | 476 |
| Homebush Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Homebush | 0.9 km | 1094 | 86 lower | 368 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Meriden School a government school?
No, Meriden School is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Meriden School offer?
Meriden School offers K-12.
What is Meriden School's ICSEA score?
Meriden School has an ICSEA score of 1180, placing it in the 99th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Meriden School?
Meriden School has 1,761 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Meriden School?
The nearest schools to Meriden School are Santa Sabina College, Santa Maria del Monte (0.3 km), St Martha's Catholic Primary School (0.3 km), St Lucys, Santa Sabina College Campus (0.5 km).
Where is Meriden School located?
Meriden School is located in Strathfield, NSW 2135. Visit the school website at http://www.meriden.nsw.edu.au.