Hobart College
Hobart College is a government secondary school in Mount Nelson, TAS offering 11-12. With an ICSEA score of 1049, it sits in the 68th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,369 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 6% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 11% have a language background other than English.
Mount Nelson TAS 7007. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Hobart College compares
By ICSEA, Hobart College ranks 3rd of the 47 secondary schools in TAS that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 4 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Mount Nelson Primary School, a government primary school 0.6 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. Hobart College scores 1049, near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Hobart College, check catchment rules with the school or the TAS education department.
About Mount Nelson
Hobart College is located in Mount Nelson, TAS, a suburb with a median household income of $1,687/wk and median rent of $320/wk. Population: 2,749.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Mount Nelson suburb profileSchools near Hobart College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Hobart College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Nelson Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Mount Nelson | 0.6 km | 1107 | 58 higher | 233 |
| The Hutchins SchoolIndependent Combined · Sandy Bay | 1.6 km | 1140 | 91 higher | 986 |
| Waimea Heights Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Sandy Bay | 1.8 km | 1135 | 86 higher | 359 |
| Princes Street Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Sandy Bay | 2.0 km | 1150 | 101 higher | 343 |
| Mount Carmel CollegeCatholic Combined · Sandy Bay | 2.0 km | 1077 | 28 higher | 572 |
| Sandy Bay Infant SchoolGovernment Primary · Sandy Bay | 2.7 km | 1131 | 82 higher | 84 |
| Fahan SchoolIndependent Combined · Sandy Bay | 2.8 km | 1154 | 105 higher | 419 |
| South Hobart Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · South Hobart | 2.9 km | 1137 | 88 higher | 436 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hobart College a government school?
Yes, Hobart College is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Hobart College offer?
Hobart College offers 11-12.
What is Hobart College's ICSEA score?
Hobart College has an ICSEA score of 1049, placing it in the 68th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Hobart College?
Hobart College has 1,369 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Hobart College?
The nearest schools to Hobart College are Mount Nelson Primary School (0.6 km), St Michael's Collegiate School - Sports Campus (0.9 km), The Hutchins School (1.6 km).
Where is Hobart College located?
Hobart College is located in Mount Nelson, TAS 7007. Visit the school website at https://hobartcollege.education.tas.edu.au/.