Mercedes College
Mercedes College is a Catholic combined school in Springfield, SA offering R-12. With an ICSEA score of 1133, it sits in the 92nd percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,111 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher. 16% of students have a language background other than English.
Springfield SA 5062. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Mercedes College compares
By ICSEA, Mercedes College ranks 16th of the 169 combined schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 10 combined schools within 5 km, it has the 6th-highest ICSEA and the 4th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Scotch College - Mitcham Campus, an independent combined school 0.8 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. Mercedes College scores 1133, above average.
Enrolment and location
Mercedes College is a Catholic school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
Schools near Mercedes College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Mercedes College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unley High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Netherby | 1.0 km | 1084 | 49 lower | 1,547 |
| Urrbrae Agricultural High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Netherby | 1.1 km | 1074 | 59 lower | 1,102 |
| Mitcham Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Kingswood | 1.3 km | 1121 | 12 lower | 629 |
| Scotch CollegeIndependent Combined · Torrens Park | 1.5 km | 1146 | 13 higher | 1,213 |
| St Joseph's SchoolCatholic Primary · Kingswood | 1.5 km | 1135 | 2 higher | 256 |
| Highgate SchoolGovernment Primary · Highgate | 1.6 km | 1150 | 17 higher | 616 |
| Mitcham Girls High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Kingswood | 1.9 km | 1083 | 50 lower | 754 |
| Concordia CollegeIndependent Combined · Highgate | 2.1 km | 1140 | 7 higher | 1,312 |
| Glen Osmond Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Myrtle Bank | 2.2 km | 1143 | 10 higher | 363 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mercedes College a government school?
No, Mercedes College is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does Mercedes College offer?
Mercedes College offers R-12.
What is Mercedes College's ICSEA score?
Mercedes College has an ICSEA score of 1133, placing it in the 92nd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Mercedes College?
Mercedes College has 1,111 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher.
What schools are near Mercedes College?
The nearest schools to Mercedes College are Scotch College - Mitcham Campus (0.8 km), Unley High School (1.0 km), Urrbrae Agricultural High School (1.1 km).
Where is Mercedes College located?
Mercedes College is located in Springfield, SA 5062. Visit the school website at http://www.mercedes.catholic.edu.au.