St Joseph's College Geelong
St Joseph's College Geelong is a Catholic secondary school in Newtown, VIC offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1075, it sits in the 77th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,742 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 7% have a language background other than English.
Newtown VIC 3220. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St Joseph's College Geelong compares
By ICSEA, St Joseph's College Geelong ranks 85th of the 382 secondary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 16 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Geelong Grammar School - Bostock House Campus, an independent combined school 0.5 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 Joseph's College Geelong scores 1075, above average.
Enrolment and location
St Joseph's College Geelong 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 Joseph's College Geelong
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Joseph's College Geelong | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fyans Park Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Newtown | 0.6 km | 1131 | 56 higher | 405 |
| Sacred Heart CollegeCatholic Secondary · Newtown | 0.7 km | 1105 | 30 higher | 1,450 |
| The Geelong CollegeIndependent Combined · Newtown | 0.8 km | 1156 | 81 higher | 1,573 |
| St Robert's SchoolCatholic Primary · Newtown | 1.2 km | 1099 | 24 higher | 261 |
| Chilwell Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Newtown | 1.3 km | 1139 | 64 higher | 408 |
| Manifold Heights Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Manifold Heights | 1.6 km | 1082 | 7 higher | 469 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Joseph's College Geelong a government school?
No, St Joseph's College Geelong is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Joseph's College Geelong offer?
St Joseph's College Geelong offers 7-12.
What is St Joseph's College Geelong's ICSEA score?
St Joseph's College Geelong has an ICSEA score of 1075, placing it in the 77th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Joseph's College Geelong?
St Joseph's College Geelong has 1,742 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Joseph's College Geelong?
The nearest schools to St Joseph's College Geelong are Geelong Grammar School - Bostock House Campus (0.5 km), Fyans Park Primary School (0.6 km), Newtown Primary School (0.7 km).
Where is St Joseph's College Geelong located?
St Joseph's College Geelong is located in Newtown, VIC 3220. Visit the school website at http://www.sjc.vic.edu.au.