Burdekin Catholic High School
Burdekin Catholic High School is a Catholic secondary school in Ayr, QLD offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 989, it sits in the 42nd percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 293 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher. 9% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 4% have a language background other than English.
Ayr QLD 4807. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Burdekin Catholic High School compares
By ICSEA, Burdekin Catholic High School ranks 142nd 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 East Ayr State School, a government primary 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. Burdekin Catholic High School scores 989, near average.
Enrolment and location
Burdekin Catholic High School 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.
About Ayr
Burdekin Catholic High School is located in Ayr, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,246/wk and median rent of $230/wk. Population: 8,603.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Ayr suburb profileSchools near Burdekin Catholic High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Burdekin Catholic High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Ayr State SchoolGovernment Primary · Ayr | 0.3 km | 952 | 37 lower | 500 |
| Burdekin Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Ayr | 0.9 km | 949 | 40 lower | 380 |
| Ayr State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Ayr | 1.5 km | 925 | 64 lower | 497 |
| St Francis Catholic SchoolCatholic Primary · Ayr | 1.5 km | 1007 | 18 higher | 222 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burdekin Catholic High School a government school?
No, Burdekin Catholic High School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does Burdekin Catholic High School offer?
Burdekin Catholic High School offers 7-12.
What is Burdekin Catholic High School's ICSEA score?
Burdekin Catholic High School has an ICSEA score of 989, placing it in the 42nd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Burdekin Catholic High School?
Burdekin Catholic High School has 293 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher.
What schools are near Burdekin Catholic High School?
The nearest schools to Burdekin Catholic High School are East Ayr State School (0.3 km), Burdekin Christian College (0.9 km), Ayr State High School (1.5 km).
Where is Burdekin Catholic High School located?
Burdekin Catholic High School is located in Ayr, QLD 4807. Visit the school website at http://www.bchs.catholic.edu.au.