The Lakes College
The Lakes College is an independent combined school in North Lakes, QLD offering Prep-12. With an ICSEA score of 1125, it sits in the 90th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,169 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 2% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 51% have a language background other than English.
North Lakes QLD 4509. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How The Lakes College compares
By ICSEA, The Lakes College ranks 37th of the 329 combined schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 6 combined schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is North Lakes State College, a government combined school 0.5 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. The Lakes College scores 1125, above average.
Enrolment and location
The Lakes 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 North Lakes
The Lakes College is located in North Lakes, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $2,092/wk and median rent of $420/wk. Population: 23,030.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
North Lakes suburb profileSchools near The Lakes College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs The Lakes College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Lakes State CollegeGovernment Combined · North Lakes | 0.5 km | 1018 | 107 lower | 2,407 |
| Y Schools Queensland - Moreton BayIndependent Secondary · North Lakes | 0.8 km | 942 | 183 lower | 259 |
| St Benedict's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Mango Hill | 0.9 km | 1070 | 55 lower | 762 |
| St Benedict's CollegeCatholic Secondary · Mango Hill | 1.2 km | 1062 | 63 lower | 981 |
| Mango Hill State SchoolGovernment Primary · Mango Hill | 1.5 km | 1065 | 60 lower | 1,561 |
| Mango Hill State Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Mango Hill | 2.2 km | 1031 | 94 lower | 1,005 |
| Bounty Boulevard State SchoolGovernment Primary · North Lakes | 2.5 km | 1011 | 114 lower | 1,134 |
| Griffin State SchoolGovernment Primary · Griffin | 2.6 km | 1015 | 110 lower | 1,159 |
| Living Faith Lutheran Primary SchoolIndependent Primary · Murrumba Downs | 2.7 km | 1080 | 45 lower | 567 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Lakes College a government school?
No, The Lakes College is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does The Lakes College offer?
The Lakes College offers Prep-12.
What is The Lakes College's ICSEA score?
The Lakes College has an ICSEA score of 1125, placing it in the 90th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend The Lakes College?
The Lakes College has 1,169 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near The Lakes College?
The nearest schools to The Lakes College are North Lakes State College (0.5 km), Y Schools Queensland - Moreton Bay (0.8 km), St Benedict's Primary School (0.9 km).
Where is The Lakes College located?
The Lakes College is located in North Lakes, QLD 4509. Visit the school website at http://www.thelakescollege.com.au.