Al-Taqwa College
Al-Taqwa College is an independent combined school in Truganina, VIC offering Prep-12. With an ICSEA score of 1069, it sits in the 75th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 2,617 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher. 99% of students have a language background other than English.
Truganina VIC 3029. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Al-Taqwa College compares
By ICSEA, Al-Taqwa College ranks 134th 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 4th-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Westbourne Grammar School, an independent combined 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. Al-Taqwa College scores 1069, above average.
Enrolment and location
Al-Taqwa 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.
About Truganina
Al-Taqwa College is located in Truganina, VIC, a suburb with a median household income of $2,126/wk and median rent of $390/wk. Population: 36,305.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Truganina suburb profileSchools near Al-Taqwa College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Al-Taqwa College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westbourne Grammar SchoolIndependent Combined · Truganina | 0.3 km | 1166 | 97 higher | 2,121 |
| St Clare's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Truganina | 1.1 km | 1069 | same | 442 |
| Truganina South Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Truganina | 1.4 km | 1042 | 27 lower | 594 |
| Dohertys Creek P-9 CollegeGovernment Combined · Truganina | 1.6 km | 1070 | 1 higher | 1,698 |
| Truganina P-9 CollegeGovernment Combined · Truganina | 1.6 km | 1039 | 30 lower | 1,933 |
| Thomas Carr CollegeCatholic Secondary · Tarneit | 1.8 km | 1061 | 8 lower | 1,347 |
| St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Tarneit | 2.1 km | 1053 | 16 lower | 441 |
| Bellbridge Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Hoppers Crossing | 2.2 km | 1003 | 66 lower | 583 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Al-Taqwa College a government school?
No, Al-Taqwa College is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Al-Taqwa College offer?
Al-Taqwa College offers Prep-12.
What is Al-Taqwa College's ICSEA score?
Al-Taqwa College has an ICSEA score of 1069, placing it in the 75th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Al-Taqwa College?
Al-Taqwa College has 2,617 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher.
What schools are near Al-Taqwa College?
The nearest schools to Al-Taqwa College are Westbourne Grammar School (0.3 km), St Clare's Catholic Primary School (1.1 km), Truganina South Primary School (1.4 km).
Where is Al-Taqwa College located?
Al-Taqwa College is located in Truganina, VIC 3029. Visit the school website at http://www.al-taqwa.vic.edu.au/.