Northcote High School
Northcote High School is a government secondary school in Northcote, VIC offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1153, it sits in the 96th percentile nationally and is well above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,668 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher. 25% of students have a language background other than English.
Northcote VIC 3070. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Northcote High School compares
By ICSEA, Northcote High School ranks 5th of the 382 secondary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 46 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Merri Creek Primary School, a government primary 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. Northcote High School scores 1153, well above average.
School zone
Northcote High School's school zone below comes from the Victorian Department of Education's 2025 school zone data. Victorian students have a right to enrol at their designated neighbourhood government school, which is set by the zone their permanent address falls in. Zones are reviewed every year, so confirm the current boundary on Find My School before enrolling.
About Northcote
Northcote High School is located in Northcote, VIC, a suburb with a median household income of $2,287/wk and median rent of $475/wk. Population: 25,276.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Northcote suburb profileSchools near Northcote High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Northcote High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merri Creek Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Fitzroy North | 0.4 km | 1186 | 33 higher | 442 |
| Northcote Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Northcote | 0.7 km | 1166 | 13 higher | 303 |
| Our Lady Help of Christians SchoolCatholic Primary · Brunswick East | 1.1 km | 1124 | 29 lower | 249 |
| Santa Maria CollegeCatholic Secondary · Northcote | 1.2 km | 1110 | 43 lower | 779 |
| Fitzroy High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Fitzroy North | 1.2 km | 1086 | 67 lower | 431 |
| Fitzroy North Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Fitzroy North | 1.2 km | 1150 | 3 lower | 363 |
| Brunswick East Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Brunswick East | 1.4 km | 1162 | 9 higher | 279 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northcote High School a government school?
Yes, Northcote High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Northcote High School offer?
Northcote High School offers 7-12.
What is Northcote High School's ICSEA score?
Northcote High School has an ICSEA score of 1153, placing it in the 96th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Northcote High School?
Northcote High School has 1,668 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher.
What schools are near Northcote High School?
The nearest schools to Northcote High School are Merri Creek Primary School (0.4 km), St Joseph's School (0.6 km), Northcote Primary School (0.7 km).
Where is Northcote High School located?
Northcote High School is located in Northcote, VIC 3070. Visit the school website at http://www.nhs.vic.edu.au.