Ascham School
Ascham School is an independent combined school in Edgecliff, NSW offering K-12. With an ICSEA score of 1217, it sits in the 99th percentile nationally and is well above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,182 enrolled students, with approximately 7 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 17% have a language background other than English.
Edgecliff NSW 2027. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Ascham School compares
Ascham School has the highest ICSEA of the 441 combined schools in NSW that report one. Of the 21 combined schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 6th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Double Bay Public School, a government primary school 0.6 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. Ascham School scores 1217, well above average.
Enrolment and location
Ascham 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 Edgecliff
Ascham School is located in Edgecliff, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $2,321/wk and median rent of $600/wk. Population: 2,499.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Edgecliff suburb profileSchools near Ascham School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Ascham School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Bay Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Double Bay | 0.6 km | 1135 | 82 lower | 237 |
| Glenmore Road Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Paddington | 0.7 km | 1176 | 41 lower | 263 |
| Woollahra Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Woollahra | 0.9 km | 1193 | 24 lower | 667 |
| Darlinghurst Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Potts Point | 1.2 km | 1156 | 61 lower | 210 |
| St Vincent's CollegeIndependent Secondary · Potts Point | 1.5 km | 1145 | 72 lower | 755 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ascham School a government school?
No, Ascham School is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Ascham School offer?
Ascham School offers K-12.
What is Ascham School's ICSEA score?
Ascham School has an ICSEA score of 1217, placing it in the 99th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Ascham School?
Ascham School has 1,182 enrolled students, with approximately 7 students per teacher.
What schools are near Ascham School?
The nearest schools to Ascham School are Double Bay Public School (0.6 km), Sydney Grammar School - Edgecliff Preparatory School (0.7 km), Glenmore Road Public School (0.7 km).
Where is Ascham School located?
Ascham School is located in Edgecliff, NSW 2027. Visit the school website at http://www.ascham.nsw.edu.au.