St Therese School
St Therese School is a Catholic primary school in Torquay, VIC offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1119, it sits in the 89th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 332 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher. 4% of students have a language background other than English.
Torquay VIC 3228. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St Therese School compares
By ICSEA, St Therese School ranks 223rd of the 1,567 primary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 5 primary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 5th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Torquay P-6 College, a government primary school 0.0 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 Therese School scores 1119, above average.
Enrolment and location
St Therese 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 Therese School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Therese School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torquay P-6 CollegeGovernment Primary · Torquay | 0.0 km | 1092 | 27 lower | 617 |
| Surf Coast Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Torquay | 2.2 km | 1060 | 59 lower | 879 |
| Lisieux Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Torquay | 2.8 km | 1106 | 13 lower | 333 |
| Torquay Coast Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Torquay | 3.2 km | 1099 | 20 lower | 678 |
| Bellbrae Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Bellbrae | 4.5 km | 1119 | same | 492 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Therese School a government school?
No, St Therese School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Therese School offer?
St Therese School offers Prep-6.
What is St Therese School's ICSEA score?
St Therese School has an ICSEA score of 1119, placing it in the 89th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Therese School?
St Therese School has 332 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Therese School?
The nearest schools to St Therese School are Torquay P-6 College (0.0 km), Surf Coast Secondary College (2.2 km), Christian College Geelong - Surf Coast Campus (2.7 km).
Where is St Therese School located?
St Therese School is located in Torquay, VIC 3228. Visit the school website at http://www.sttorquay.catholic.edu.au.