Methodist Ladies' College
Methodist Ladies' College is an independent combined school in Kew, VIC offering Prep-12. With an ICSEA score of 1190, it sits in the 99th percentile nationally and is well above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 2,169 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 46% have a language background other than English.
Kew VIC 3101. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Methodist Ladies' College compares
By ICSEA, Methodist Ladies' College ranks 9th of the 341 combined schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 38 combined schools within 5 km, it has the 6th-highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Ruyton Girls' School, an independent combined 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. Methodist Ladies' College scores 1190, well above average.
Enrolment and location
Methodist Ladies' College is a Independent school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
Schools near Methodist Ladies' College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Methodist Ladies' College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruyton Girls' SchoolIndependent Combined · Kew | 0.4 km | 1198 | 8 higher | 854 |
| Trinity Grammar School KewIndependent Combined · Kew | 0.6 km | 1180 | 10 lower | 1,577 |
| Xavier CollegeCatholic Combined · Kew | 0.7 km | 1154 | 36 lower | 1,503 |
| Carey Baptist Grammar SchoolIndependent Combined · Kew | 0.8 km | 1177 | 13 lower | 2,564 |
| Swinburne Senior Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Hawthorn | 1.0 km | 1093 | 97 lower | 374 |
| Glenferrie Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Hawthorn | 1.1 km | 1160 | 30 lower | 244 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methodist Ladies' College a government school?
No, Methodist Ladies' College is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Methodist Ladies' College offer?
Methodist Ladies' College offers Prep-12.
What is Methodist Ladies' College's ICSEA score?
Methodist Ladies' College has an ICSEA score of 1190, placing it in the 99th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Methodist Ladies' College?
Methodist Ladies' College has 2,169 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher.
What schools are near Methodist Ladies' College?
The nearest schools to Methodist Ladies' College are Ruyton Girls' School (0.4 km), Trinity Grammar School Kew (0.6 km), Xavier College (0.7 km).
Where is Methodist Ladies' College located?
Methodist Ladies' College is located in Kew, VIC 3101. Visit the school website at http://www.mlc.vic.edu.au.