St Robert's School
St Robert's School is a Catholic primary school in Newtown, VIC offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1099, it sits in the 84th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 261 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 10% 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 Robert's School compares
By ICSEA, St Robert's School ranks 314th of the 1,567 primary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 25 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 8th-highest ICSEA and the 16th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Chilwell Primary School, a government primary school 0.3 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 Robert's School scores 1099, above average.
Enrolment and location
St Robert'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.
Schools near St Robert's School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Robert's School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chilwell Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Newtown | 0.3 km | 1139 | 40 higher | 408 |
| The Geelong CollegeIndependent Combined · Newtown | 0.5 km | 1156 | 57 higher | 1,573 |
| Sacred Heart CollegeCatholic Secondary · Newtown | 0.8 km | 1105 | 6 higher | 1,450 |
| St Joseph's College GeelongCatholic Secondary · Newtown | 1.2 km | 1075 | 24 lower | 1,742 |
| Matthew Flinders Girls Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Geelong | 1.2 km | 1046 | 53 lower | 614 |
| Geelong South Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · South Geelong | 1.4 km | 1088 | 11 lower | 326 |
| Fyans Park Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Newtown | 1.4 km | 1131 | 32 higher | 405 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Robert's School a government school?
No, St Robert's School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Robert's School offer?
St Robert's School offers Prep-6.
What is St Robert's School's ICSEA score?
St Robert's School has an ICSEA score of 1099, placing it in the 84th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Robert's School?
St Robert's School has 261 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Robert's School?
The nearest schools to St Robert's School are Chilwell Primary School (0.3 km), The Geelong College (0.5 km), Geelong Grammar School - Bostock House Campus (0.7 km).
Where is St Robert's School located?
St Robert's School is located in Newtown, VIC 3220. Visit the school website at http://www.srnewtown.catholic.edu.au.