Lakeside College
Lakeside College is an independent combined school in Pakenham, VIC offering Prep-12. With an ICSEA score of 1034, it sits in the 62nd percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 647 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 4% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 47% have a language background other than English.
Pakenham VIC 3810. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
How Lakeside College compares
By ICSEA, Lakeside College ranks 173rd of the 341 combined schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 7 combined schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Pakenham Consolidated School, a government primary school 0.8 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. Lakeside College scores 1034, near average.
Enrolment and location
Lakeside College is a Independent school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
About Pakenham
Lakeside College is located in Pakenham, VIC, a suburb with a median household income of $1,664/wk and median rent of $351/wk. Population: 54,118.
Pakenham suburb profileSchools near Lakeside College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Lakeside College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakenham Consolidated SchoolGovernment Primary · Pakenham | 0.8 km | 965 | 69 lower | 594 |
| Beaconhills CollegeIndependent Combined · Pakenham | 1.1 km | 1035 | 1 higher | 2,965 |
| Pakenham Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Pakenham | 1.4 km | 962 | 72 lower | 1,030 |
| Pakenham Lakeside Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Pakenham | 1.5 km | 1007 | 27 lower | 704 |
| St Patrick's SchoolCatholic Primary · Pakenham | 1.7 km | 982 | 52 lower | 318 |
| Edenbrook Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Pakenham | 2.0 km | 1002 | 32 lower | 614 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lakeside College a government school?
No, Lakeside College is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Lakeside College offer?
Lakeside College offers Prep-12.
What is Lakeside College's ICSEA score?
Lakeside College has an ICSEA score of 1034, placing it in the 62nd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Lakeside College?
Lakeside College has 647 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Lakeside College?
The nearest schools to Lakeside College are Pakenham Consolidated School (0.8 km), Beaconhills College (1.1 km), Kuyim Primary School (1.2 km).
Where is Lakeside College located?
Lakeside College is located in Pakenham, VIC 3810. Visit the school website at http://www.lakeside.vic.edu.au.