The Patch Primary School
The Patch Primary School is a government primary school in The Patch, VIC offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1086, it sits in the 80th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 286 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 3% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 13% have a language background other than English.
The Patch VIC 3792. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
How The Patch Primary School compares
By ICSEA, The Patch Primary School ranks 386th of the 1,567 primary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 11 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 4th-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Kallista Primary School, a government primary school 2.2 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 Patch Primary School scores 1086, above average.
School zone
The Patch Primary School's school zone below comes from the Victorian Department of Education's 2025 school zone data. Victorian students have a right to enrol at their designated neighbourhood government school, which is set by the zone their permanent address falls in. Zones are reviewed every year, so confirm the current boundary on Find My School before enrolling.
About The Patch
The Patch Primary School is located in The Patch, VIC, a suburb with a median household income of $2,092/wk and median rent of $415/wk. Population: 1,046.
The Patch suburb profileSchools near The Patch Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs The Patch Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monbulk Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Monbulk | 2.2 km | 1032 | 54 lower | 214 |
| Menzies Creek Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Menzies Creek | 2.9 km | 1057 | 29 lower | 67 |
| Monbulk CollegeGovernment Secondary · Monbulk | 3.1 km | 1044 | 42 lower | 583 |
| Mater Christi CollegeCatholic Secondary · Belgrave | 3.7 km | 1093 | 7 higher | 688 |
| Tecoma Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Tecoma | 4.6 km | 1080 | 6 lower | 361 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Patch Primary School a government school?
Yes, The Patch Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does The Patch Primary School offer?
The Patch Primary School offers Prep-6.
What is The Patch Primary School's ICSEA score?
The Patch Primary School has an ICSEA score of 1086, placing it in the 80th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend The Patch Primary School?
The Patch Primary School has 286 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near The Patch Primary School?
The nearest schools to The Patch Primary School are Kallista Primary School (2.2 km), Monbulk Primary School (2.2 km), Menzies Creek Primary School (2.9 km).
Where is The Patch Primary School located?
The Patch Primary School is located in The Patch, VIC 3792. Visit the school website at http://www.thepatchps.vic.edu.au.