St Joseph's School
St Joseph's School is a Catholic primary school in Kingswood, SA offering R-6. With an ICSEA score of 1135, it sits in the 92nd percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 256 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 9% of students have a language background other than English.
Kingswood SA 5062. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St Joseph's School compares
By ICSEA, St Joseph's School ranks 15th of the 436 primary schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 26 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 8th-highest ICSEA and the 18th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Mitcham Primary School, a government primary school 0.3 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. St Joseph's School scores 1135, above average.
Enrolment and location
St Joseph's School 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 St Joseph's School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Joseph's School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitcham Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Kingswood | 0.3 km | 1121 | 14 lower | 629 |
| Mitcham Girls High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Kingswood | 0.4 km | 1083 | 52 lower | 754 |
| Unley High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Netherby | 0.6 km | 1084 | 51 lower | 1,547 |
| Urrbrae Agricultural High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Netherby | 1.1 km | 1074 | 61 lower | 1,102 |
| Highgate SchoolGovernment Primary · Highgate | 1.2 km | 1150 | 15 higher | 616 |
| Scotch CollegeIndependent Combined · Torrens Park | 1.3 km | 1146 | 11 higher | 1,213 |
| Concordia CollegeIndependent Combined · Highgate | 1.3 km | 1140 | 5 higher | 1,312 |
| Mercedes CollegeCatholic Combined · Springfield | 1.5 km | 1133 | 2 lower | 1,111 |
| Walford Anglican School for GirlsIndependent Combined · Hyde Park | 1.6 km | 1162 | 27 higher | 400 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Joseph's School a government school?
No, St Joseph's School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Joseph's School offer?
St Joseph's School offers R-6.
What is St Joseph's School's ICSEA score?
St Joseph's School has an ICSEA score of 1135, placing it in the 92nd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Joseph's School?
St Joseph's School has 256 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Joseph's School?
The nearest schools to St Joseph's School are Mitcham Primary School (0.3 km), Mitcham Girls High School (0.4 km), Unley High School (0.6 km).
Where is St Joseph's School located?
St Joseph's School is located in Kingswood, SA 5062. Visit the school website at http://www.stjk.catholic.edu.au.