The Southport School
The Southport School is an independent combined school in Southport, QLD offering Prep-12. With an ICSEA score of 1118, it sits in the 89th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,621 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 2% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 21% have a language background other than English.
Southport QLD 4215. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How The Southport School compares
By ICSEA, The Southport School ranks 45th of the 329 combined schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 4 combined schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Keebra Park State High School, a government secondary school 1.4 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 Southport School scores 1118, above average.
Enrolment and location
The Southport School 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.
Schools near The Southport School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs The Southport School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keebra Park State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Southport | 1.4 km | 968 | 150 lower | 1,001 |
| St Hilda's SchoolIndependent Combined · Southport | 1.6 km | 1135 | 17 higher | 1,258 |
| Southport State SchoolGovernment Primary · Southport | 1.9 km | 1012 | 106 lower | 538 |
| Men of Business AcademyIndependent Secondary · Southport | 1.9 km | 993 | 125 lower | 238 |
| Bellevue Park State SchoolGovernment Primary · Ashmore | 2.2 km | 1059 | 59 lower | 729 |
| Southport State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Southport | 2.5 km | 1031 | 87 lower | 2,231 |
| Southport Special SchoolGovernment Combined · Southport | 3.1 km | 1027 | 91 lower | 212 |
| Aquinas CollegeCatholic Secondary · Ashmore | 3.1 km | 1058 | 60 lower | 805 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Southport School a government school?
No, The Southport School is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does The Southport School offer?
The Southport School offers Prep-12.
What is The Southport School's ICSEA score?
The Southport School has an ICSEA score of 1118, placing it in the 89th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend The Southport School?
The Southport School has 1,621 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near The Southport School?
The nearest schools to The Southport School are Keebra Park State High School (1.4 km), The BUSY School - Southport Campus (1.5 km), St Hilda's School (1.6 km).
Where is The Southport School located?
The Southport School is located in Southport, QLD 4215. Visit the school website at https://www.tss.qld.edu.au/.