The Knox School
The Knox School is an independent combined school in Wantirna South, VIC offering Prep-12. With an ICSEA score of 1159, it sits in the 97th percentile nationally and is well above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 764 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 67% have a language background other than English.
Wantirna South VIC 3152. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How The Knox School compares
By ICSEA, The Knox School ranks 35th of the 341 combined schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 7 combined schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Wantirna Primary School, a government primary school 1.1 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 Knox School scores 1159, well above average.
Enrolment and location
The Knox School 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.
About Wantirna South
The Knox School is located in Wantirna South, VIC, a suburb with a median household income of $1,915/wk and median rent of $441/wk. Population: 20,754.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Wantirna South suburb profileSchools near The Knox School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs The Knox School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wantirna Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Wantirna | 1.1 km | 1031 | 128 lower | 53 |
| Templeton Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Wantirna | 1.3 km | 1136 | 23 lower | 720 |
| Wantirna CollegeGovernment Secondary · Wantirna | 1.3 km | 1031 | 128 lower | 1,458 |
| Waverley Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Wantirna South | 1.6 km | 1141 | 18 lower | 2,370 |
| Wantirna South Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Wantirna South | 1.8 km | 1074 | 85 lower | 233 |
| Regency Park Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Wantirna | 1.9 km | 1068 | 91 lower | 537 |
| Knox Gardens Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Wantirna South | 2.1 km | 1112 | 47 lower | 458 |
| St Andrews Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Wantirna South | 2.4 km | 1166 | 7 higher | 719 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Knox School a government school?
No, The Knox School is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does The Knox School offer?
The Knox School offers Prep-12.
What is The Knox School's ICSEA score?
The Knox School has an ICSEA score of 1159, placing it in the 97th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend The Knox School?
The Knox School has 764 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher.
What schools are near The Knox School?
The nearest schools to The Knox School are Wantirna Primary School (1.1 km), Templeton Primary School (1.3 km), Wantirna College (1.3 km).
Where is The Knox School located?
The Knox School is located in Wantirna South, VIC 3152. Visit the school website at http://www.knox.vic.edu.au.