Brisbane State High School
Brisbane State High School is a government secondary school in South Brisbane, QLD offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1145, it sits in the 94th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 3,594 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 59% have a language background other than English.
South Brisbane QLD 4101. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Brisbane State High School compares
By ICSEA, Brisbane State High School ranks 5th of the 323 secondary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 27 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 4th-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is St George College, an independent 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. Brisbane State High School scores 1145, above average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Brisbane State High School, check catchment rules with the school or the QLD education department.
About South Brisbane
Brisbane State High School is located in South Brisbane, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,818/wk and median rent of $470/wk. Population: 14,292.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
South Brisbane suburb profileSchools near Brisbane State High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Brisbane State High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerville HouseIndependent Combined · South Brisbane | 0.8 km | 1180 | 35 higher | 1,377 |
| St Laurence's CollegeCatholic Combined · South Brisbane | 1.1 km | 1117 | 28 lower | 2,033 |
| West End State SchoolGovernment Primary · West End | 1.1 km | 1143 | 2 lower | 1,461 |
| St Joseph's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Kangaroo Point | 1.5 km | 1129 | 16 lower | 302 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brisbane State High School a government school?
Yes, Brisbane State High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Brisbane State High School offer?
Brisbane State High School offers 7-12.
What is Brisbane State High School's ICSEA score?
Brisbane State High School has an ICSEA score of 1145, placing it in the 94th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Brisbane State High School?
Brisbane State High School has 3,594 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher.
What schools are near Brisbane State High School?
The nearest schools to Brisbane State High School are St George College (0.4 km), Somerville House (0.8 km), Queensland Children's Hospital School (1.0 km).
Where is Brisbane State High School located?
Brisbane State High School is located in South Brisbane, QLD 4101. Visit the school website at https://brisbaneshs.eq.edu.au.