Grovedale College
Grovedale College is a government secondary school in Grovedale, VIC offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 996, it sits in the 45th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 693 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher. 4% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 10% have a language background other than English.
Grovedale VIC 3216. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
How Grovedale College compares
By ICSEA, Grovedale College ranks 232nd of the 382 secondary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 5 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 4th-highest ICSEA and the 4th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Grovedale West Primary School-Grovedale West Deaf Facility, a government primary 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 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. Grovedale College scores 996, near average.
School zone
Grovedale College'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 Grovedale
Grovedale College is located in Grovedale, VIC, a suburb with a median household income of $1,477/wk and median rent of $350/wk. Population: 14,869.
Grovedale suburb profileSchools near Grovedale College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Grovedale College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grovedale West Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Grovedale | 0.3 km | 1026 | 30 higher | 324 |
| Nazareth SchoolCatholic Primary · Grovedale | 1.0 km | 1076 | 80 higher | 367 |
| Mandama Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Grovedale | 1.2 km | 1008 | 12 higher | 352 |
| Mirripoa Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Mount Duneed | 1.5 km | 1058 | 62 higher | 638 |
| Grovedale Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Grovedale | 2.4 km | 1009 | 13 higher | 343 |
| Geelong Lutheran CollegeIndependent Combined · Armstrong Creek | 2.4 km | 1101 | 105 higher | 1,317 |
| Iona College GeelongCatholic Secondary · Charlemont | 2.6 km | 1078 | 82 higher | 1,332 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grovedale College a government school?
Yes, Grovedale College is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Grovedale College offer?
Grovedale College offers 7-12.
What is Grovedale College's ICSEA score?
Grovedale College has an ICSEA score of 996, placing it in the 45th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Grovedale College?
Grovedale College has 693 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher.
What schools are near Grovedale College?
The nearest schools to Grovedale College are Grovedale West Primary School-Grovedale West Deaf Facility (0.3 km), Grovedale West Primary School (0.3 km), Nazareth School (1.0 km).
Where is Grovedale College located?
Grovedale College is located in Grovedale, VIC 3216. Visit the school website at http://www.grovedale.vic.edu.au.