St John's College Preston
St John's College Preston is an independent combined school in Preston, VIC offering Prep-12. With an ICSEA score of 1066, it sits in the 74th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 345 enrolled students, with approximately 7 students per teacher. 32% of students have a language background other than English.
Preston VIC 3072. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St John's College Preston compares
By ICSEA, St John's College Preston ranks 139th of the 341 combined schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 15 combined schools within 5 km, it has the 6th-highest ICSEA and the 7th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Sacred Heart School, a Catholic 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 John's College Preston scores 1066, above average.
Enrolment and location
St John's College Preston 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 St John's College Preston
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St John's College Preston | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preston South Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Preston | 0.7 km | 1127 | 61 higher | 397 |
| Bell Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Preston | 0.8 km | 1165 | 99 higher | 440 |
| Preston High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Preston | 0.8 km | 1104 | 38 higher | 1,275 |
| Thornbury Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Thornbury | 1.0 km | 1093 | 27 higher | 308 |
| Preston West Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Preston | 1.0 km | 1135 | 69 higher | 670 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St John's College Preston a government school?
No, St John's College Preston is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does St John's College Preston offer?
St John's College Preston offers Prep-12.
What is St John's College Preston's ICSEA score?
St John's College Preston has an ICSEA score of 1066, placing it in the 74th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St John's College Preston?
St John's College Preston has 345 enrolled students, with approximately 7 students per teacher.
What schools are near St John's College Preston?
The nearest schools to St John's College Preston are Sacred Heart School (0.4 km), Parade College - Preston Campus (0.5 km), SEDA College (Victoria) - AFL- Preston (0.7 km).
Where is St John's College Preston located?
St John's College Preston is located in Preston, VIC 3072. Visit the school website at http://www.stjohnspreston.vic.edu.au.