SA · Independent Secondary
Muirden Senior College
Adelaide 5000 · 11-12
Muirden Senior College is an independent secondary school in Adelaide, SA offering 11-12. With an ICSEA score of 1079, it sits in the 78th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 91 enrolled students, with approximately 7 students per teacher. 8% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 18% have a language background other than English.
How Muirden Senior College compares
By ICSEA, Muirden Senior College ranks 14th of the 96 secondary schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 21 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 8th-highest ICSEA and the 16th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Pulteney Grammar School, an independent combined 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 Context
ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-educational background of a school's student community. The Australian average is 1,000. Muirden Senior College scores 1079 — above average.
Enrolment and location
Muirden Senior 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 Adelaide
Muirden Senior College is located in Adelaide, SA — a suburb with a median household income of $1,365/wk and median rent of $400/wk. Population: 18,202.
View full Adelaide suburb profile →Schools near Muirden Senior College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Muirden Senior College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pulteney Grammar SchoolIndependent Combined · Adelaide | 0.3 km | 1170 | 91 higher | 839 |
| Gilles Street Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Adelaide | 0.4 km | 1107 | 28 higher | 275 |
| St Aloysius CollegeCatholic Combined · Adelaide | 0.6 km | 1081 | 2 higher | 1,091 |
| Christian Brothers CollegeCatholic Combined · Adelaide | 0.9 km | 1074 | 5 lower | 990 |
| Specialised Assistance School For Youth (SASY)Independent Secondary · Adelaide | 0.9 km | 1026 | 53 lower | 205 |
| Annesley CollegeIndependent Primary · Wayville | 1.0 km | 1164 | 85 higher | 292 |
| St Mary's CollegeCatholic Combined · Adelaide | 1.2 km | 1073 | 6 lower | 659 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Muirden Senior College a government school?
No, Muirden Senior College is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Muirden Senior College offer?
Muirden Senior College offers 11-12.
What is Muirden Senior College's ICSEA score?
Muirden Senior College has an ICSEA score of 1079, placing it in the 78th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Muirden Senior College?
Muirden Senior College has 91 enrolled students, with approximately 7 students per teacher.
What schools are near Muirden Senior College?
The nearest schools to Muirden Senior College are Pulteney Grammar School (0.3 km), Gilles Street Primary School (0.4 km), St Aloysius College (0.6 km).
Where is Muirden Senior College located?
Muirden Senior College is located in Adelaide, SA 5000. Visit the school website at http://www.muirden.sa.edu.au.