Rossbourne School
Rossbourne School is an independent secondary school in Hawthorn, VIC offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1100, it sits in the 84th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 147 enrolled students, with approximately 5 students per teacher. 18% of students have a language background other than English.
Hawthorn VIC 3122. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
How Rossbourne School compares
By ICSEA, Rossbourne School ranks 52nd of the 382 secondary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 27 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 8th-highest ICSEA and the 13th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Erasmus Primary School, an independent 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. Rossbourne School scores 1100, above average.
Enrolment and location
Rossbourne 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 Rossbourne School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Rossbourne School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenferrie Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Hawthorn | 0.7 km | 1160 | 60 higher | 244 |
| St Joseph's SchoolCatholic Primary · Hawthorn | 0.8 km | 1156 | 56 higher | 369 |
| Hawthorn West Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Hawthorn | 0.8 km | 1165 | 65 higher | 454 |
| Melbourne Girls CollegeGovernment Secondary · Richmond | 1.1 km | 1142 | 42 higher | 1,531 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rossbourne School a government school?
No, Rossbourne School is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Rossbourne School offer?
Rossbourne School offers 7-12.
What is Rossbourne School's ICSEA score?
Rossbourne School has an ICSEA score of 1100, placing it in the 84th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Rossbourne School?
Rossbourne School has 147 enrolled students, with approximately 5 students per teacher.
What schools are near Rossbourne School?
The nearest schools to Rossbourne School are Erasmus Primary School (0.6 km), Glenferrie Primary School (0.7 km), Strathcona Baptist Girls' Grammar - Hawthorn Campus (0.7 km).
Where is Rossbourne School located?
Rossbourne School is located in Hawthorn, VIC 3122. Visit the school website at http://www.rossbourne.vic.edu.au.