Southern Cross Grammar
Southern Cross Grammar is an independent combined school in Caroline Springs, VIC offering Prep-12. With an ICSEA score of 1136, it sits in the 92nd percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 904 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 77% of students have a language background other than English.
Caroline Springs VIC 3023. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Southern Cross Grammar compares
By ICSEA, Southern Cross Grammar ranks 62nd of the 341 combined schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 7 combined schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 4th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is St George Preca School, a Catholic 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. Southern Cross Grammar scores 1136, above average.
Enrolment and location
Southern Cross Grammar 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 Caroline Springs
Southern Cross Grammar is located in Caroline Springs, VIC, a suburb with a median household income of $2,134/wk and median rent of $400/wk. Population: 24,488.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Caroline Springs suburb profileSchools near Southern Cross Grammar
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Southern Cross Grammar | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George Preca SchoolCatholic Primary · Caroline Springs | 0.3 km | 1047 | 89 lower | 728 |
| Springside West Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Fraser Rise | 1.1 km | 1017 | 119 lower | 1,677 |
| Catholic Regional College Caroline SpringsCatholic Secondary · Caroline Springs | 1.7 km | 1045 | 91 lower | 1,079 |
| Parkwood Green Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Hillside | 1.7 km | 1014 | 122 lower | 495 |
| Taylors Hill Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Taylors Hill | 1.8 km | 1027 | 109 lower | 575 |
| Lakeview Senior CollegeGovernment Secondary · Caroline Springs | 1.9 km | 1004 | 132 lower | 1,049 |
| Creekside K-9 CollegeGovernment Combined · Caroline Springs | 2.3 km | 1018 | 118 lower | 1,287 |
| Gilson CollegeIndependent Combined · Taylors Hill | 2.4 km | 1073 | 63 lower | 1,102 |
| Sydenham Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Sydenham | 2.4 km | 1012 | 124 lower | 993 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Southern Cross Grammar a government school?
No, Southern Cross Grammar is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Southern Cross Grammar offer?
Southern Cross Grammar offers Prep-12.
What is Southern Cross Grammar's ICSEA score?
Southern Cross Grammar has an ICSEA score of 1136, placing it in the 92nd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Southern Cross Grammar?
Southern Cross Grammar has 904 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Southern Cross Grammar?
The nearest schools to Southern Cross Grammar are St George Preca School (0.3 km), Springside West Secondary College (1.1 km), Catholic Regional College Caroline Springs (1.7 km).
Where is Southern Cross Grammar located?
Southern Cross Grammar is located in Caroline Springs, VIC 3023. Visit the school website at http://www.scg.vic.edu.au/.