The Geelong College
The Geelong College is an independent combined school in Newtown, VIC offering Prep-12. With an ICSEA score of 1156, it sits in the 96th percentile nationally and is well above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,573 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 6% have a language background other than English.
Newtown VIC 3220. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How The Geelong College compares
By ICSEA, The Geelong College ranks 39th of the 341 combined schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 13 combined schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Sacred Heart College, a Catholic secondary school 0.3 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. The Geelong College scores 1156, well above average.
Enrolment and location
The Geelong 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 The Geelong College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs The Geelong College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart CollegeCatholic Secondary · Newtown | 0.3 km | 1105 | 51 lower | 1,450 |
| St Robert's SchoolCatholic Primary · Newtown | 0.5 km | 1099 | 57 lower | 261 |
| Chilwell Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Newtown | 0.6 km | 1139 | 17 lower | 408 |
| St Joseph's College GeelongCatholic Secondary · Newtown | 0.8 km | 1075 | 81 lower | 1,742 |
| Fyans Park Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Newtown | 1.2 km | 1131 | 25 lower | 405 |
| Matthew Flinders Girls Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Geelong | 1.2 km | 1046 | 110 lower | 614 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Geelong College a government school?
No, The Geelong College is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does The Geelong College offer?
The Geelong College offers Prep-12.
What is The Geelong College's ICSEA score?
The Geelong College has an ICSEA score of 1156, placing it in the 96th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend The Geelong College?
The Geelong College has 1,573 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher.
What schools are near The Geelong College?
The nearest schools to The Geelong College are Sacred Heart College (0.3 km), Geelong Grammar School - Bostock House Campus (0.4 km), St Robert's School (0.5 km).
Where is The Geelong College located?
The Geelong College is located in Newtown, VIC 3220. Visit the school website at http://www.geelongcollege.vic.edu.au.