Arethusa College
Arethusa College is an independent secondary school in Deception Bay, QLD offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 938, it sits in the 21st percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,733 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher. 21% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 5% have a language background other than English.
Deception Bay QLD 4508. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Arethusa College compares
By ICSEA, Arethusa College ranks 225th of the 323 secondary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 7 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 4th-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Burpengary State Secondary College, a government secondary school 1.3 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. Arethusa College scores 938, below average.
Enrolment and location
Arethusa 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 Deception Bay
Arethusa College is located in Deception Bay, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,270/wk and median rent of $325/wk. Population: 19,573.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Deception Bay suburb profileSchools near Arethusa College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Arethusa College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burpengary State Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Burpengary | 1.3 km | 964 | 26 higher | 1,121 |
| Deception Bay North State SchoolGovernment Primary · Deception Bay | 3.0 km | 887 | 51 lower | 362 |
| Christ the King Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Deception Bay | 3.4 km | 989 | 51 higher | 361 |
| Burpengary State SchoolGovernment Primary · Burpengary | 3.6 km | 960 | 22 higher | 947 |
| St Eugene CollegeCatholic Combined · Burpengary | 3.6 km | 1031 | 93 higher | 1,494 |
| Jinibara State SchoolGovernment Primary · Narangba | 3.6 km | 980 | 42 higher | 611 |
| Moreton Downs State SchoolGovernment Primary · Deception Bay | 3.8 km | 945 | 7 higher | 586 |
| Narangba State SchoolGovernment Primary · Narangba | 3.9 km | 997 | 59 higher | 641 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arethusa College a government school?
No, Arethusa College is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Arethusa College offer?
Arethusa College offers 7-12.
What is Arethusa College's ICSEA score?
Arethusa College has an ICSEA score of 938, placing it in the 21st percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Arethusa College?
Arethusa College has 1,733 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher.
What schools are near Arethusa College?
The nearest schools to Arethusa College are Burpengary State Secondary College (1.3 km), The Younity School (2.7 km), Deception Bay North State School (3.0 km).
Where is Arethusa College located?
Arethusa College is located in Deception Bay, QLD 4508. Visit the school website at http://arethusa.qld.edu.au/.