The BUSY School
The BUSY School is an independent secondary school in Cairns, QLD offering 11-12. With an ICSEA score of 975, it sits in the 36th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,780 enrolled students, with approximately 19 students per teacher. 14% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
Cairns QLD 4870. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How The BUSY School compares
By ICSEA, The BUSY School ranks 157th of the 323 secondary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 11 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 4th-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is FNQ Vocational Academy, a government secondary 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. The BUSY School scores 975, near average.
Enrolment and location
The BUSY School 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.
Schools near The BUSY School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs The BUSY School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Bay State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Manunda | 0.7 km | 908 | 67 lower | 1,784 |
| Cairns School of Distance EducationGovernment Combined · Manunda | 0.7 km | 1024 | 49 higher | 3,692 |
| Parramatta State SchoolGovernment Primary · Parramatta Park | 0.8 km | 887 | 88 lower | 482 |
| St Joseph's SchoolCatholic Primary · Parramatta Park | 1.2 km | 1029 | 54 higher | 348 |
| Cairns State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Cairns North | 1.3 km | 1019 | 44 higher | 1,636 |
| St Augustine's CollegeCatholic Secondary · Cairns | 1.3 km | 1060 | 85 higher | 777 |
| Cairns West State SchoolGovernment Primary · Manunda | 1.6 km | 784 | 191 lower | 481 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The BUSY School a government school?
No, The BUSY School is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does The BUSY School offer?
The BUSY School offers 11-12.
What is The BUSY School's ICSEA score?
The BUSY School has an ICSEA score of 975, placing it in the 36th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend The BUSY School?
The BUSY School has 1,780 enrolled students, with approximately 19 students per teacher.
What schools are near The BUSY School?
The nearest schools to The BUSY School are FNQ Vocational Academy (0.3 km), Trinity Bay State High School (0.7 km), Cairns School of Distance Education (0.7 km).
Where is The BUSY School located?
The BUSY School is located in Cairns, QLD 4870. Visit the school website at https://busyschools.qld.edu.au/.