TAS · Government Secondary
Launceston College
Launceston 7250 · 11-12
Launceston College is a government secondary school in Launceston, TAS offering 11-12. With an ICSEA score of 986, it sits in the 40th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,368 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 7% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 7% have a language background other than English.
How Launceston College compares
By ICSEA, Launceston College ranks 17th of the 47 secondary schools in TAS that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 11 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 5th-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Indie School - Devonport (Launceston Campus), an independent secondary 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 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. Launceston College scores 986 — near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Launceston College, check catchment rules with the school or the TAS education department.
About Launceston
Launceston College is located in Launceston, TAS — a suburb with a median household income of $1,439/wk and median rent of $310/wk. Population: 3,110.
View full Launceston suburb profile →Schools near Launceston College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Launceston College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indie School - Devonport (Launceston Campus)Independent Secondary · Launceston | 0.6 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Sacred Heart Catholic SchoolCatholic Primary · Launceston | 0.6 km | 1038 | 52 higher | 390 |
| West Launceston Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · West Launceston | 1.1 km | 1036 | 50 higher | 375 |
| John Calvin SchoolIndependent Combined · Launceston | 1.3 km | 1051 | 65 higher | 112 |
| Launceston Big Picture SchoolGovernment Secondary · Invermay | 1.4 km | 1000 | 14 higher | 95 |
| Launceston Church Grammar School - Junior CampusIndependent Primary · East Launceston | 1.5 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Trevallyn Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Trevallyn | 1.5 km | 1045 | 59 higher | 392 |
| East Launceston Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · East Launceston | 1.6 km | 1046 | 60 higher | 501 |
| Scotch Oakburn College - Elphin CampusIndependent Primary · Launceston | 1.8 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Glen Dhu Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · South Launceston | 2.0 km | 1007 | 21 higher | 341 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Launceston College a government school?
Yes, Launceston College is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Launceston College offer?
Launceston College offers 11-12.
What is Launceston College's ICSEA score?
Launceston College has an ICSEA score of 986, placing it in the 40th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Launceston College?
Launceston College has 1,368 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Launceston College?
The nearest schools to Launceston College are Indie School - Devonport (Launceston Campus) (0.6 km), Sacred Heart Catholic School (0.6 km), West Launceston Primary School (1.1 km).
Where is Launceston College located?
Launceston College is located in Launceston, TAS 7250. Visit the school website at https://launcestoncollege.education.tas.edu.au/.