Nagle College
Nagle College is a Catholic secondary school in Bairnsdale, VIC offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1018, it sits in the 55th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 803 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 4% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 4% have a language background other than English.
Bairnsdale VIC 3875. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Nagle College compares
By ICSEA, Nagle College ranks 178th 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 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is St Mary's School, a Catholic primary 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. Nagle College scores 1018, near average.
Enrolment and location
Nagle 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 Bairnsdale
Nagle College is located in Bairnsdale, VIC, a suburb with a median household income of $1,101/wk and median rent of $270/wk. Population: 7,905.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Bairnsdale suburb profileSchools near Nagle College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Nagle College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's SchoolCatholic Primary · Bairnsdale | 0.5 km | 1024 | 6 higher | 473 |
| Bairnsdale Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Bairnsdale | 0.9 km | 1010 | 8 lower | 82 |
| Bairnsdale Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Bairnsdale | 1.8 km | 955 | 63 lower | 1,213 |
| Bairnsdale West Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Bairnsdale | 2.3 km | 913 | 105 lower | 328 |
| Bairnsdale Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Bairnsdale | 3.3 km | 892 | 126 lower | 260 |
| Lucknow Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Eastwood | 4.7 km | 986 | 32 lower | 539 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nagle College a government school?
No, Nagle College is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does Nagle College offer?
Nagle College offers 7-12.
What is Nagle College's ICSEA score?
Nagle College has an ICSEA score of 1018, placing it in the 55th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Nagle College?
Nagle College has 803 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Nagle College?
The nearest schools to Nagle College are St Mary's School (0.5 km), Bairnsdale Christian College (0.9 km), East Gippsland Specialist School (1.4 km).
Where is Nagle College located?
Nagle College is located in Bairnsdale, VIC 3875. Visit the school website at http://www.nagle.vic.edu.au.