NSW · Government Secondary
Dorchester School
Campbelltown 2560 · U
Dorchester School is a government secondary school in Campbelltown, NSW offering U. With an ICSEA score of 871, it sits in the 6th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 19 enrolled students, with approximately 1 students per teacher. 37% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 21% have a language background other than English.
How Dorchester School compares
By ICSEA, Dorchester School ranks 557th of the 610 secondary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 10 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 8th-highest ICSEA and the 8th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Aspect Macarthur School, Airds, an independent primary school 0.1 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. Dorchester School scores 871 — below average.
Enrolment and location
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Schools near Dorchester School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Dorchester School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspect Macarthur School, AirdsIndependent Primary · Campbelltown South | 0.1 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Briar Road Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Campbelltown | 0.1 km | 835 | 36 lower | 263 |
| Airds High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Campbelltown | 0.2 km | 875 | 4 higher | 542 |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Campbelltown | 0.8 km | 1043 | 172 higher | 341 |
| John Warby Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Airds | 1.0 km | 907 | 36 higher | 228 |
| St Patrick's College CampbelltownIndependent Secondary · Campbelltown | 1.2 km | 1049 | 178 higher | 698 |
| Bradbury Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Bradbury | 1.2 km | 987 | 116 higher | 704 |
| Sherwood Hills Christian SchoolIndependent Combined · Bradbury | 1.2 km | 1040 | 169 higher | 145 |
| Woodland Road Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Campbelltown | 1.4 km | 959 | 88 higher | 275 |
| Campbelltown East Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Campbelltown | 1.9 km | 927 | 56 higher | 380 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dorchester School a government school?
Yes, Dorchester School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Dorchester School offer?
Dorchester School offers U.
What is Dorchester School's ICSEA score?
Dorchester School has an ICSEA score of 871, placing it in the 6th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Dorchester School?
Dorchester School has 19 enrolled students, with approximately 1 students per teacher.
What schools are near Dorchester School?
The nearest schools to Dorchester School are Aspect Macarthur School, Airds (0.1 km), Briar Road Public School (0.1 km), Airds High School (0.2 km).
Where is Dorchester School located?
Dorchester School is located in Campbelltown, NSW 2560. Visit the school website at https://dorchester-s.schools.nsw.gov.au.