Sheldon College
Sheldon College is an independent combined school in Sheldon, QLD offering Prep-12. With an ICSEA score of 1124, it sits in the 90th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,481 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 44% have a language background other than English.
Sheldon QLD 4157. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Sheldon College compares
By ICSEA, Sheldon College ranks 40th of the 329 combined schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 3 combined schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Bay View State School, a government primary school 2.9 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. Sheldon College scores 1124, above average.
Enrolment and location
Sheldon College is a Independent school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
About Sheldon
Sheldon College is located in Sheldon, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $2,558/wk and median rent of $473/wk. Population: 1,762.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Sheldon suburb profileSchools near Sheldon College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Sheldon College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay View State SchoolGovernment Primary · Thornlands | 2.9 km | 1008 | 116 lower | 809 |
| Hilliard State SchoolGovernment Primary · Alexandra Hills | 3.1 km | 1015 | 109 lower | 560 |
| Carmel CollegeCatholic Secondary · Thornlands | 3.3 km | 1045 | 79 lower | 1,220 |
| Redland District Special SchoolGovernment Combined · Thornlands | 3.5 km | 1004 | 120 lower | 236 |
| Thornlands State SchoolGovernment Primary · Thornlands | 3.9 km | 1042 | 82 lower | 800 |
| Coolnwynpin State SchoolGovernment Primary · Capalaba | 3.9 km | 988 | 136 lower | 328 |
| St Luke's Catholic Parish SchoolCatholic Primary · Capalaba | 4.3 km | 1057 | 67 lower | 359 |
| Vienna Woods State SchoolGovernment Primary · Alexandra Hills | 4.8 km | 971 | 153 lower | 300 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sheldon College a government school?
No, Sheldon College is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Sheldon College offer?
Sheldon College offers Prep-12.
What is Sheldon College's ICSEA score?
Sheldon College has an ICSEA score of 1124, placing it in the 90th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Sheldon College?
Sheldon College has 1,481 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Sheldon College?
The nearest schools to Sheldon College are Bay View State School (2.9 km), Hilliard State School (3.1 km), The BUSY School - Cleveland Campus (3.3 km).
Where is Sheldon College located?
Sheldon College is located in Sheldon, QLD 4157. Visit the school website at http://www.sheldoncollege.com.