Benowa State High School
Benowa State High School is a government secondary school in Benowa, QLD offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1064, it sits in the 73rd percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 2,129 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 2% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 45% have a language background other than English.
Benowa QLD 4217. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Benowa State High School compares
By ICSEA, Benowa State High School ranks 38th of the 323 secondary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 8 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is St Kevin's School, a Catholic primary school 0.2 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. Benowa State High School scores 1064, above average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Benowa State High School, check catchment rules with the school or the QLD education department.
About Benowa
Benowa State High School is located in Benowa, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,918/wk and median rent of $580/wk. Population: 9,889.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Benowa suburb profileSchools near Benowa State High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Benowa State High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Kevin's SchoolCatholic Primary · Benowa | 0.2 km | 1072 | 8 higher | 427 |
| Benowa State SchoolGovernment Primary · Benowa | 0.4 km | 1089 | 25 higher | 894 |
| Bellevue Park State SchoolGovernment Primary · Ashmore | 1.3 km | 1059 | 5 lower | 729 |
| Ashmore State SchoolGovernment Primary · Ashmore | 1.9 km | 1040 | 24 lower | 745 |
| Emmanuel CollegeIndependent Combined · Carrara | 2.3 km | 1139 | 75 higher | 1,686 |
| Keebra Park State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Southport | 2.5 km | 968 | 96 lower | 1,001 |
| Surfers Paradise State SchoolGovernment Primary · Surfers Paradise | 3.3 km | 1035 | 29 lower | 598 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Benowa State High School a government school?
Yes, Benowa State High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Benowa State High School offer?
Benowa State High School offers 7-12.
What is Benowa State High School's ICSEA score?
Benowa State High School has an ICSEA score of 1064, placing it in the 73rd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Benowa State High School?
Benowa State High School has 2,129 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Benowa State High School?
The nearest schools to Benowa State High School are St Kevin's School (0.2 km), Benowa State School (0.4 km), Bellevue Park State School (1.3 km).
Where is Benowa State High School located?
Benowa State High School is located in Benowa, QLD 4217. Visit the school website at https://benowashs.eq.edu.au.