Ferny Grove State High School
Ferny Grove State High School is a government secondary school in Ferny Grove, QLD offering 7-12. 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 1,881 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 4% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 11% have a language background other than English.
Ferny Grove QLD 4055. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Ferny Grove State High School compares
By ICSEA, Ferny Grove State High School ranks 34th of the 323 secondary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 7 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 3rd-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Ferny Grove State School, a government primary school 0.5 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. Ferny Grove State High School scores 1069, above average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Ferny Grove State High School, check catchment rules with the school or the QLD education department.
About Ferny Grove
Ferny Grove State High School is located in Ferny Grove, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $2,183/wk and median rent of $400/wk. Population: 5,871.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Ferny Grove suburb profileSchools near Ferny Grove State High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Ferny Grove State High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferny Grove State SchoolGovernment Primary · Ferny Grove | 0.5 km | 1066 | 3 lower | 668 |
| St Andrew's Catholic SchoolCatholic Primary · Ferny Grove | 0.8 km | 1097 | 28 higher | 539 |
| Ferny Hills State SchoolGovernment Primary · Ferny Hills | 1.1 km | 1057 | 12 lower | 440 |
| Patricks Road State SchoolGovernment Primary · Ferny Hills | 1.4 km | 1105 | 36 higher | 771 |
| Grovely State SchoolGovernment Primary · Keperra | 2.8 km | 1001 | 68 lower | 303 |
| St William's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Keperra | 2.9 km | 1112 | 43 higher | 520 |
| Mitchelton State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Mitchelton | 3.2 km | 990 | 79 lower | 712 |
| Hilder Road State SchoolGovernment Primary · The Gap | 3.4 km | 1145 | 76 higher | 434 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ferny Grove State High School a government school?
Yes, Ferny Grove State High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Ferny Grove State High School offer?
Ferny Grove State High School offers 7-12.
What is Ferny Grove State High School's ICSEA score?
Ferny Grove State High School has an ICSEA score of 1069, placing it in the 75th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Ferny Grove State High School?
Ferny Grove State High School has 1,881 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Ferny Grove State High School?
The nearest schools to Ferny Grove State High School are Ferny Grove State School (0.5 km), St Andrew's Catholic School (0.8 km), Ferny Hills State School (1.1 km).
Where is Ferny Grove State High School located?
Ferny Grove State High School is located in Ferny Grove, QLD 4055. Visit the school website at https://fernygroveshs.eq.edu.au.