St Monica's College
St Monica's College is a Catholic secondary school in Cairns, QLD offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1058, it sits in the 71st percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 697 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 10% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 13% have a language background other than English.
Cairns QLD 4870. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St Monica's College compares
By ICSEA, St Monica's College ranks 45th of the 323 secondary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 10 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 5th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Mungalla Silver Lining School - Carins Temporary Facility, an independent secondary 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. St Monica's College scores 1058, above average.
Enrolment and location
St Monica's 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 St Monica's College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Monica's College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cairns State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Cairns North | 0.6 km | 1019 | 39 lower | 1,636 |
| St Augustine's CollegeCatholic Secondary · Cairns | 1.1 km | 1060 | 2 higher | 777 |
| St Joseph's SchoolCatholic Primary · Parramatta Park | 1.2 km | 1029 | 29 lower | 348 |
| Parramatta State SchoolGovernment Primary · Parramatta Park | 1.4 km | 887 | 171 lower | 482 |
| The BUSY SchoolIndependent Secondary · Cairns | 1.8 km | 975 | 83 lower | 1,780 |
| Trinity Bay State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Manunda | 2.4 km | 908 | 150 lower | 1,784 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Monica's College a government school?
No, St Monica's College is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Monica's College offer?
St Monica's College offers 7-12.
What is St Monica's College's ICSEA score?
St Monica's College has an ICSEA score of 1058, placing it in the 71st percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Monica's College?
St Monica's College has 697 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Monica's College?
The nearest schools to St Monica's College are Mungalla Silver Lining School - Carins Temporary Facility (0.3 km), Mastery Schools Australia - Cairns Campus (0.5 km), Cairns State High School (0.6 km).
Where is St Monica's College located?
St Monica's College is located in Cairns, QLD 4870. Visit the school website at https://www.stmonicas.qld.edu.au/.