Parade College
Parade College is a Catholic secondary school in Bundoora, VIC offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1077, it sits in the 78th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,968 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 17% have a language background other than English.
Bundoora VIC 3083. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Parade College compares
By ICSEA, Parade College ranks 84th of the 382 secondary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 14 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Northside Christian College, an independent combined school 1.2 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. Parade College scores 1077, above average.
Enrolment and location
Parade College is a Catholic school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
Schools near Parade College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Parade College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northside Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Bundoora | 1.2 km | 1102 | 25 higher | 643 |
| St Damian's SchoolCatholic Primary · Bundoora | 1.3 km | 1080 | 3 higher | 378 |
| Concord SchoolGovernment Combined · Bundoora | 1.5 km | 1007 | 70 lower | 424 |
| Watsonia North Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Watsonia North | 1.7 km | 1080 | 3 higher | 541 |
| Mill Park Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Mill Park | 1.7 km | 1065 | 12 lower | 529 |
| Loyola CollegeCatholic Secondary · Watsonia | 1.9 km | 1055 | 22 lower | 1,443 |
| Bundoora Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Bundoora | 1.9 km | 1063 | 14 lower | 306 |
| Bundoora Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Bundoora | 2.0 km | 1030 | 47 lower | 540 |
| Plenty Parklands Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Mill Park | 2.4 km | 1064 | 13 lower | 737 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Parade College a government school?
No, Parade College is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does Parade College offer?
Parade College offers 7-12.
What is Parade College's ICSEA score?
Parade College has an ICSEA score of 1077, placing it in the 78th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Parade College?
Parade College has 1,968 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Parade College?
The nearest schools to Parade College are Northside Christian College (1.2 km), St Damian's School (1.3 km), Concord School (1.5 km).
Where is Parade College located?
Parade College is located in Bundoora, VIC 3083. Visit the school website at http://www.parade.vic.edu.au.