Helena College
Helena College is an independent combined school in Glen Forrest, WA offering PP-12. With an ICSEA score of 1114, it sits in the 88th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 740 enrolled students, with approximately 9 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 8% have a language background other than English.
Glen Forrest WA 6071. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Helena College compares
By ICSEA, Helena College ranks 25th of the 210 combined schools in WA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 2 combined schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Glen Forrest Primary School, a government primary school 1.2 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. Helena College scores 1114, above average.
Enrolment and location
Helena 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 Glen Forrest
Helena College is located in Glen Forrest, WA, a suburb with a median household income of $2,103/wk and median rent of $380/wk. Population: 2,789.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Glen Forrest suburb profileSchools near Helena College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Helena College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Forrest Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Glen Forrest | 1.2 km | 1045 | 69 lower | 235 |
| Darlington Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Darlington | 1.9 km | 1117 | 3 higher | 375 |
| Greenmount Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Greenmount | 4.3 km | 997 | 117 lower | 380 |
| Helena Valley Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Helena Valley | 4.5 km | 1022 | 92 lower | 334 |
| Swan View Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Swan View | 4.7 km | 904 | 210 lower | 289 |
| Parkerville Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Parkerville | 4.7 km | 1023 | 91 lower | 288 |
| St Anthony's SchoolCatholic Primary · Greenmount | 4.8 km | 1020 | 94 lower | 390 |
| Swan View Senior High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Swan View | 5.1 km | 919 | 195 lower | 706 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Helena College a government school?
No, Helena College is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Helena College offer?
Helena College offers PP-12.
What is Helena College's ICSEA score?
Helena College has an ICSEA score of 1114, placing it in the 88th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Helena College?
Helena College has 740 enrolled students, with approximately 9 students per teacher.
What schools are near Helena College?
The nearest schools to Helena College are Glen Forrest Primary School (1.2 km), Helena College - Darlington Campus (1.7 km), Darlington Primary School (1.9 km).
Where is Helena College located?
Helena College is located in Glen Forrest, WA 6071. Visit the school website at http://www.helena.wa.edu.au.