Nazareth School
Nazareth School is a Catholic primary school in Grovedale, VIC offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1076, it sits in the 77th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 367 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 21% have a language background other than English.
Grovedale VIC 3216. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
How Nazareth School compares
By ICSEA, Nazareth School ranks 442nd of the 1,567 primary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 16 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 7th-highest ICSEA and the 6th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Mandama Primary School, 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. Nazareth School scores 1076, above average.
Enrolment and location
Nazareth School is a Catholic school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
About Grovedale
Nazareth School 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 Nazareth School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Nazareth School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mandama Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Grovedale | 0.3 km | 1008 | 68 lower | 352 |
| Grovedale West Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Grovedale | 0.6 km | 1026 | 50 lower | 324 |
| Grovedale CollegeGovernment Secondary · Grovedale | 1.0 km | 996 | 80 lower | 693 |
| Grovedale Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Grovedale | 1.7 km | 1009 | 67 lower | 343 |
| Clairvaux Catholic SchoolCatholic Primary · Belmont | 1.9 km | 1095 | 19 higher | 631 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nazareth School a government school?
No, Nazareth School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does Nazareth School offer?
Nazareth School offers Prep-6.
What is Nazareth School's ICSEA score?
Nazareth School has an ICSEA score of 1076, placing it in the 77th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Nazareth School?
Nazareth School has 367 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Nazareth School?
The nearest schools to Nazareth School are Mandama Primary School (0.3 km), Grovedale West Primary School (0.6 km), Grovedale West Primary School-Grovedale West Deaf Facility (0.7 km).
Where is Nazareth School located?
Nazareth School is located in Grovedale, VIC 3216. Visit the school website at http://www.nsgrovedale.catholic.edu.au.