St Catherine of Siena School
St Catherine of Siena School is a Catholic primary school in Melton West, VIC offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1002, it sits in the 48th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 522 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 53% have a language background other than English.
Melton West VIC 3337. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St Catherine of Siena School compares
By ICSEA, St Catherine of Siena School ranks 1,025th of the 1,567 primary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 11 primary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 7th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is St Francis Catholic College, a Catholic secondary school 0.2 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 Catherine of Siena School scores 1002, near average.
Enrolment and location
St Catherine of Siena 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 Melton West
St Catherine of Siena School is located in Melton West, VIC, a suburb with a median household income of $1,450/wk and median rent of $320/wk. Population: 8,784.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Melton West suburb profileSchools near St Catherine of Siena School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Catherine of Siena School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis Catholic CollegeCatholic Secondary · Melton West | 0.2 km | 1012 | 10 higher | 1,846 |
| Wedge Park Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Melton West | 0.5 km | 976 | 26 lower | 848 |
| OneSchool Global VicIndependent Combined · Melton West | 1.1 km | 984 | 18 lower | 556 |
| Melton Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Melton | 1.5 km | 944 | 58 lower | 1,433 |
| Arnolds Creek Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Harkness | 1.5 km | 999 | 3 lower | 724 |
| Melton West Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Melton West | 1.6 km | 925 | 77 lower | 520 |
| Melton Specialist SchoolGovernment Combined · Melton | 1.6 km | 951 | 51 lower | 406 |
| Coburn Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Melton South | 2.6 km | 932 | 70 lower | 601 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Catherine of Siena School a government school?
No, St Catherine of Siena School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Catherine of Siena School offer?
St Catherine of Siena School offers Prep-6.
What is St Catherine of Siena School's ICSEA score?
St Catherine of Siena School has an ICSEA score of 1002, placing it in the 48th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Catherine of Siena School?
St Catherine of Siena School has 522 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Catherine of Siena School?
The nearest schools to St Catherine of Siena School are St Francis Catholic College (0.2 km), Wedge Park Primary School (0.5 km), OneSchool Global Vic (1.1 km).
Where is St Catherine of Siena School located?
St Catherine of Siena School is located in Melton West, VIC 3337. Visit the school website at http://www.scmeltonwest.catholic.edu.au.