St Francis of the Fields School
St Francis of the Fields School is a Catholic primary school in Strathfieldsaye, VIC offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1093, it sits in the 82nd percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 614 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 3% have a language background other than English.
Strathfieldsaye VIC 3551. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St Francis of the Fields School compares
By ICSEA, St Francis of the Fields School ranks 350th of the 1,567 primary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 3 primary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Strathfieldsaye Primary School, a government primary school 0.8 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 Francis of the Fields School scores 1093, above average.
Enrolment and location
St Francis of the Fields 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 Strathfieldsaye
St Francis of the Fields School is located in Strathfieldsaye, VIC, a suburb with a median household income of $2,237/wk and median rent of $400/wk. Population: 6,850.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Strathfieldsaye suburb profileSchools near St Francis of the Fields School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Francis of the Fields School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strathfieldsaye Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Strathfieldsaye | 0.8 km | 1038 | 55 lower | 538 |
| Victory Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Strathdale | 4.9 km | 1077 | 16 lower | 900 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Francis of the Fields School a government school?
No, St Francis of the Fields School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Francis of the Fields School offer?
St Francis of the Fields School offers Prep-6.
What is St Francis of the Fields School's ICSEA score?
St Francis of the Fields School has an ICSEA score of 1093, placing it in the 82nd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Francis of the Fields School?
St Francis of the Fields School has 614 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Francis of the Fields School?
The nearest schools to St Francis of the Fields School are Strathfieldsaye Primary School (0.8 km), Catherine McAuley College - Coolock Campus (4.3 km), Eppalock Primary School (4.8 km).
Where is St Francis of the Fields School located?
St Francis of the Fields School is located in Strathfieldsaye, VIC 3551. Visit the school website at http://www.sfstrathfieldsaye.catholic.edu.au.