SA · Catholic Combined
St Mark's College
Port Pirie 5540 · R-12
St Mark's College is a Catholic combined school in Port Pirie, SA offering R-12. With an ICSEA score of 1002, it sits in the 48th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 945 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 4% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 4% have a language background other than English.
How St Mark's College compares
By ICSEA, St Mark's College ranks 77th of the 169 combined schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 4 combined schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Risdon Park Primary School, a government primary school 0.5 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 Mark's College scores 1002 — near average.
Enrolment and location
St Mark's 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.
About Port Pirie
St Mark's College is located in Port Pirie, SA — a suburb with a median household income of $599/wk and median rent of $173/wk. Population: 176.
View full Port Pirie suburb profile →Schools near St Mark's College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Mark's College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Risdon Park Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Port Pirie | 0.5 km | 944 | 58 lower | 300 |
| Airdale Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Port Pirie | 1.5 km | 783 | 219 lower | 119 |
| Mid North Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Port Pirie | 1.5 km | 998 | 4 lower | 203 |
| St Mark's College - Benedict CampusCatholic Combined · Port Pirie | 2.3 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Solomontown Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Port Pirie | 2.3 km | 881 | 121 lower | 183 |
| John Pirie Secondary SchoolGovernment Secondary · Port Pirie | 2.6 km | 894 | 108 lower | 691 |
| Port Pirie West Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Port Pirie | 2.7 km | 873 | 129 lower | 201 |
| Mid North Education CentreGovernment Combined · Port Pirie | 3.5 km | 873 | 129 lower | 17 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Mark's College a government school?
No, St Mark's College is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Mark's College offer?
St Mark's College offers R-12.
What is St Mark's College's ICSEA score?
St Mark's College has an ICSEA score of 1002, placing it in the 48th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Mark's College?
St Mark's College has 945 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Mark's College?
The nearest schools to St Mark's College are Risdon Park Primary School (0.5 km), Airdale Primary School (1.5 km), Mid North Christian College (1.5 km).
Where is St Mark's College located?
St Mark's College is located in Port Pirie, SA 5540. Visit the school website at http://www.stmarkspirie.catholic.edu.au.