St Columba's School
St Columba's School is a Catholic primary school in Ballarat North, VIC offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1090, it sits in the 81st percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 334 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 1% have a language background other than English.
Ballarat North VIC 3350. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St Columba's School compares
By ICSEA, St Columba's School ranks 366th of the 1,567 primary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 20 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 3rd-highest ICSEA and the 4th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Macarthur Street Primary 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. St Columba's School scores 1090, above average.
Enrolment and location
St Columba's School 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 Ballarat North
St Columba's School is located in Ballarat North, VIC, a suburb with a median household income of $1,290/wk and median rent of $285/wk. Population: 4,041.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Ballarat North suburb profileSchools near St Columba's School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Columba's School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballarat North Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Ballarat | 0.7 km | 1002 | 88 lower | 330 |
| Black Hill Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Ballarat | 1.0 km | 1042 | 48 lower | 397 |
| Ballarat Primary School (Dana Street)Government Primary · Ballarat | 2.1 km | 1069 | 21 lower | 227 |
| St Alipius' Parish SchoolCatholic Primary · Ballarat East | 2.1 km | 1052 | 38 lower | 248 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Columba's School a government school?
No, St Columba's School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Columba's School offer?
St Columba's School offers Prep-6.
What is St Columba's School's ICSEA score?
St Columba's School has an ICSEA score of 1090, placing it in the 81st percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Columba's School?
St Columba's School has 334 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Columba's School?
The nearest schools to St Columba's School are Macarthur Street Primary School (0.6 km), Ballarat North Primary School (0.7 km), Black Hill Primary School (1.0 km).
Where is St Columba's School located?
St Columba's School is located in Ballarat North, VIC 3350. Visit the school website at http://www.scballarat.catholic.edu.au.