Marist College
Marist College is a Catholic secondary school in Emerald, QLD offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 999, it sits in the 46th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 697 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher. 5% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 11% have a language background other than English.
Emerald QLD 4720. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Marist College compares
By ICSEA, Marist College ranks 122nd of the 323 secondary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 3 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Capricornia School of Distance Education, a government combined school 1.5 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. Marist College scores 999, near average.
Enrolment and location
Marist College is a Catholic school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
Schools near Marist College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Marist College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capricornia School of Distance EducationGovernment Combined · Emerald | 1.5 km | 960 | 39 lower | 5,463 |
| Denison State SchoolGovernment Primary · Emerald | 1.6 km | 948 | 51 lower | 364 |
| St Brigid's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Emerald | 2.0 km | 990 | 9 lower | 323 |
| Emerald State SchoolGovernment Primary · Emerald | 2.4 km | 948 | 51 lower | 295 |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Emerald | 2.4 km | 1021 | 22 higher | 482 |
| Emerald State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Emerald | 3.5 km | 945 | 54 lower | 847 |
| Emerald North State SchoolGovernment Primary · Emerald | 3.5 km | 878 | 121 lower | 314 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Marist College a government school?
No, Marist College is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does Marist College offer?
Marist College offers 7-12.
What is Marist College's ICSEA score?
Marist College has an ICSEA score of 999, placing it in the 46th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Marist College?
Marist College has 697 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher.
What schools are near Marist College?
The nearest schools to Marist College are Capricornia School of Distance Education (1.5 km), Emerald Christian College (1.6 km), Denison State School (1.6 km).
Where is Marist College located?
Marist College is located in Emerald, QLD 4720. Visit the school website at http://www.maristcollegeemerald.com.au.