Somerville House
Somerville House is an independent combined school in South Brisbane, QLD offering Prep-12. With an ICSEA score of 1180, it sits in the 98th percentile nationally and is well above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,377 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 39% of students have a language background other than English.
South Brisbane QLD 4101. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Somerville House compares
By ICSEA, Somerville House ranks 5th of the 329 combined schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 23 combined schools within 5 km, it has the 5th-highest ICSEA and the 11th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Queensland Children's Hospital School, a government combined school 0.2 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. Somerville House scores 1180, well above average.
Enrolment and location
Somerville House 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 South Brisbane
Somerville House is located in South Brisbane, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,818/wk and median rent of $470/wk. Population: 14,292.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
South Brisbane suburb profileSchools near Somerville House
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Somerville House | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Laurence's CollegeCatholic Combined · South Brisbane | 0.4 km | 1117 | 63 lower | 2,033 |
| St Joseph's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Kangaroo Point | 0.8 km | 1129 | 51 lower | 302 |
| Brisbane State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · South Brisbane | 0.8 km | 1145 | 35 lower | 3,594 |
| Dutton Park State SchoolGovernment Primary · Dutton Park | 1.2 km | 1118 | 62 lower | 325 |
| St Ita's Regional Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Dutton Park | 1.2 km | 1137 | 43 lower | 356 |
| Brisbane South State Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Dutton Park | 1.4 km | 1137 | 43 lower | 1,236 |
| East Brisbane State SchoolGovernment Primary · East Brisbane | 1.4 km | 1077 | 103 lower | 231 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Somerville House a government school?
No, Somerville House is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Somerville House offer?
Somerville House offers Prep-12.
What is Somerville House's ICSEA score?
Somerville House has an ICSEA score of 1180, placing it in the 98th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Somerville House?
Somerville House has 1,377 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Somerville House?
The nearest schools to Somerville House are Queensland Children's Hospital School (0.2 km), St Laurence's College (0.4 km), St Joseph's Primary School (0.8 km).
Where is Somerville House located?
Somerville House is located in South Brisbane, QLD 4101. Visit the school website at http://www.somerville.qld.edu.au.