VIC · Catholic Primary
St Thomas Primary School
Drysdale 3222 · Prep-6
St Thomas Primary School is a Catholic primary school in Drysdale, VIC offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1051, it sits in the 69th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 428 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 3% have a language background other than English.
How St Thomas Primary School compares
By ICSEA, St Thomas Primary School ranks 607th of the 1,567 primary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 3 primary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Saint Ignatius College Geelong, a Catholic secondary school 0.2 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 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. St Thomas Primary School scores 1051 — above average.
Enrolment and location
St Thomas Primary 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 Drysdale
St Thomas Primary School is located in Drysdale, VIC — a suburb with a median household income of $1,273/wk and median rent of $340/wk. Population: 4,976.
View full Drysdale suburb profile →Schools near St Thomas Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Thomas Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Ignatius College GeelongCatholic Secondary · Drysdale | 0.2 km | 1075 | 24 higher | 1,442 |
| Bellarine Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Drysdale | 0.4 km | 1006 | 45 lower | 1,147 |
| Drysdale Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Drysdale | 2.5 km | 1016 | 35 lower | 388 |
| Clifton Springs Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Clifton Springs | 2.5 km | 1003 | 48 lower | 472 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Thomas Primary School a government school?
No, St Thomas Primary School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Thomas Primary School offer?
St Thomas Primary School offers Prep-6.
What is St Thomas Primary School's ICSEA score?
St Thomas Primary School has an ICSEA score of 1051, placing it in the 69th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Thomas Primary School?
St Thomas Primary School has 428 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Thomas Primary School?
The nearest schools to St Thomas Primary School are Saint Ignatius College Geelong (0.2 km), Bellarine Secondary College (0.4 km), Christian College Geelong - Bellarine Campus (2.4 km).
Where is St Thomas Primary School located?
St Thomas Primary School is located in Drysdale, VIC 3222. Visit the school website at http://www.stdrysdale.catholic.edu.au.