Marian College
Marian College is a Catholic secondary school in Ararat, VIC offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1017, it sits in the 55th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 369 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 3% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 2% have a language background other than English.
Ararat VIC 3377. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Marian College compares
By ICSEA, Marian College ranks 181st of the 382 secondary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 3 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Ararat Primary School, a government primary school 0.1 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. Marian College scores 1017, near average.
Enrolment and location
Marian 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.
About Ararat
Marian College is located in Ararat, VIC, a suburb with a median household income of $1,216/wk and median rent of $250/wk. Population: 8,500.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Ararat suburb profileSchools near Marian College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Marian College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ararat Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Ararat | 0.1 km | 971 | 46 lower | 223 |
| Ararat Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Ararat | 1.4 km | 940 | 77 lower | 332 |
| Ararat West Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Ararat | 1.7 km | 984 | 33 lower | 257 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Marian College a government school?
No, Marian College is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does Marian College offer?
Marian College offers 7-12.
What is Marian College's ICSEA score?
Marian College has an ICSEA score of 1017, placing it in the 55th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Marian College?
Marian College has 369 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Marian College?
The nearest schools to Marian College are Ararat Primary School (0.1 km), St Mary's School (0.2 km), Ararat North Primary School (1.1 km).
Where is Marian College located?
Marian College is located in Ararat, VIC 3377. Visit the school website at http://www.mcararat.catholic.edu.au.