St Patrick's College
St Patrick's College is a Catholic secondary school in Ballarat, VIC offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1055, it sits in the 70th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,267 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 5% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 3% have a language background other than English.
Ballarat VIC 3350. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St Patrick's College compares
By ICSEA, St Patrick's College ranks 110th of the 382 secondary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 11 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Ballarat Clarendon College, an independent combined 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. St Patrick's College scores 1055, above average.
Enrolment and location
St Patrick's 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 St Patrick's College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Patrick's College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballarat Clarendon CollegeIndependent Combined · Ballarat | 0.2 km | 1172 | 117 higher | 1,896 |
| Pleasant Street Primary School (Ballarat)Government Primary · Lake Wendouree | 0.7 km | 1095 | 40 higher | 350 |
| Newington Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Ballarat | 0.7 km | 1007 | 48 lower | 278 |
| Loreto CollegeCatholic Secondary · Ballarat | 0.8 km | 1073 | 18 higher | 948 |
| Ballarat High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Lake Gardens | 1.4 km | 1016 | 39 lower | 1,461 |
| Ballarat Specialist SchoolGovernment Combined · Lake Gardens | 1.4 km | 950 | 105 lower | 453 |
| St Patrick's SchoolCatholic Primary · Ballarat | 1.5 km | 1096 | 41 higher | 249 |
| Ballarat Primary School (Dana Street)Government Primary · Ballarat | 2.0 km | 1069 | 14 higher | 227 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Patrick's College a government school?
No, St Patrick's College is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Patrick's College offer?
St Patrick's College offers 7-12.
What is St Patrick's College's ICSEA score?
St Patrick's College has an ICSEA score of 1055, placing it in the 70th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Patrick's College?
St Patrick's College has 1,267 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Patrick's College?
The nearest schools to St Patrick's College are Ballarat Clarendon College (0.2 km), Pleasant Street Primary School (Ballarat) (0.7 km), Newington Primary School (0.7 km).
Where is St Patrick's College located?
St Patrick's College is located in Ballarat, VIC 3350. Visit the school website at http://www.stpats.vic.edu.au.