St James College
St James College is a Catholic combined school in Brisbane, QLD offering 5-12. With an ICSEA score of 978, it sits in the 37th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 980 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 7% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 64% have a language background other than English.
Brisbane QLD 4000. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St James College compares
By ICSEA, St James College ranks 214th of the 329 combined schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 22 combined schools within 5 km, it has the 18th-highest ICSEA and the 13th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is The BUSY School - Brisbane Campus, an independent 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 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. St James College scores 978, near average.
Enrolment and location
St James College 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.
Schools near St James College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St James College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Hallows' SchoolCatholic Combined · Brisbane | 0.3 km | 1183 | 205 higher | 1,707 |
| Brisbane Central State SchoolGovernment Primary · Spring Hill | 0.4 km | 1111 | 133 higher | 508 |
| The Industry School - BrisbaneIndependent Secondary · Spring Hill | 0.6 km | 1063 | 85 higher | 201 |
| St Joseph's CollegeCatholic Combined · Brisbane | 0.7 km | 1182 | 204 higher | 1,896 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St James College a government school?
No, St James College is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St James College offer?
St James College offers 5-12.
What is St James College's ICSEA score?
St James College has an ICSEA score of 978, placing it in the 37th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St James College?
St James College has 980 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near St James College?
The nearest schools to St James College are The BUSY School - Brisbane Campus (0.2 km), Indie School, Logan - Brisbane City Campus (0.2 km), All Hallows' School (0.3 km).
Where is St James College located?
St James College is located in Brisbane, QLD 4000. Visit the school website at http://www.stjamescollege.qld.edu.au.