Immanuel College
Immanuel College is an independent secondary school in Novar Gardens, SA offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1117, it sits in the 89th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,184 enrolled students, with approximately 9 students per teacher. 2% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 9% have a language background other than English.
Novar Gardens SA 5040. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Immanuel College compares
By ICSEA, Immanuel College ranks 3rd of the 96 secondary schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 7 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Immanuel Primary School, an independent primary school 0.1 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. Immanuel College scores 1117, above average.
Enrolment and location
Immanuel 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 Novar Gardens
Immanuel College is located in Novar Gardens, SA, a suburb with a median household income of $1,468/wk and median rent of $165/wk. Population: 2,508.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Novar Gardens suburb profileSchools near Immanuel College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Immanuel College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immanuel Primary SchoolIndependent Primary · Novar Gardens | 0.1 km | 1120 | 3 higher | 575 |
| Plympton International CollegeGovernment Combined · Plympton | 1.3 km | 1044 | 73 lower | 825 |
| St John the Baptist Catholic SchoolCatholic Primary · Plympton | 1.4 km | 1081 | 36 lower | 361 |
| St Leonards Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Glenelg North | 1.5 km | 1064 | 53 lower | 387 |
| Our Lady of Grace SchoolCatholic Primary · Glengowrie | 1.5 km | 1075 | 42 lower | 225 |
| Glenelg Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Glenelg East | 2.1 km | 1078 | 39 lower | 613 |
| Emmaus Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · South Plympton | 2.1 km | 1137 | 20 higher | 1,084 |
| Forbes Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · South Plympton | 2.1 km | 1002 | 115 lower | 235 |
| St Peter's Woodlands Grammar SchoolIndependent Primary · Glenelg | 2.1 km | 1140 | 23 higher | 509 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Immanuel College a government school?
No, Immanuel College is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Immanuel College offer?
Immanuel College offers 7-12.
What is Immanuel College's ICSEA score?
Immanuel College has an ICSEA score of 1117, placing it in the 89th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Immanuel College?
Immanuel College has 1,184 enrolled students, with approximately 9 students per teacher.
What schools are near Immanuel College?
The nearest schools to Immanuel College are Immanuel Primary School (0.1 km), Plympton International College (1.3 km), St John the Baptist Catholic School (1.4 km).
Where is Immanuel College located?
Immanuel College is located in Novar Gardens, SA 5040. Visit the school website at http://www.immanuel.sa.edu.au.