St Brendan's School
St Brendan's School is a Catholic primary school in Somerville, VIC offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1043, it sits in the 66th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 270 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 1% have a language background other than English.
Somerville VIC 3912. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St Brendan's School compares
By ICSEA, St Brendan's School ranks 668th of the 1,567 primary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 6 primary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Somerville Rise Primary School, a government primary school 0.4 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 Brendan's School scores 1043, near average.
Enrolment and location
St Brendan'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 Brendan's School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Brendan's School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerville Rise Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Somerville | 0.4 km | 975 | 68 lower | 156 |
| Somerville Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Somerville | 0.7 km | 983 | 60 lower | 582 |
| Somerville Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Somerville | 1.4 km | 1013 | 30 lower | 400 |
| Tyabb Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Tyabb | 3.0 km | 1027 | 16 lower | 425 |
| Flinders Christian Community CollegeIndependent Combined · Tyabb | 3.2 km | 1083 | 40 higher | 1,698 |
| Baxter Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Baxter | 4.0 km | 1001 | 42 lower | 216 |
| Woodleigh SchoolIndependent Combined · Langwarrin South | 4.6 km | 1116 | 73 higher | 897 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Brendan's School a government school?
No, St Brendan's School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Brendan's School offer?
St Brendan's School offers Prep-6.
What is St Brendan's School's ICSEA score?
St Brendan's School has an ICSEA score of 1043, placing it in the 66th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Brendan's School?
St Brendan's School has 270 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Brendan's School?
The nearest schools to St Brendan's School are Somerville Rise Primary School (0.4 km), Somerville Secondary College (0.7 km), Somerville Primary School (1.4 km).
Where is St Brendan's School located?
St Brendan's School is located in Somerville, VIC 3912. Visit the school website at http://www.sbsomerville.catholic.edu.au.