SA · Catholic Primary
St Joseph's Memorial School
Norwood 5067 · R-6
St Joseph's Memorial School is a Catholic primary school in Norwood, SA offering R-6. With an ICSEA score of 1108, it sits in the 86th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 192 enrolled students, with approximately 9 students per teacher. 2% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 33% have a language background other than English.
How St Joseph's Memorial School compares
By ICSEA, St Joseph's Memorial School ranks 40th of the 436 primary schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 30 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 18th-highest ICSEA and the 24th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Saint Ignatius' College - Junior School Campus, a Catholic combined 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 Joseph's Memorial School scores 1108 — above average.
Enrolment and location
St Joseph's Memorial 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.
Schools near St Joseph's Memorial School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Joseph's Memorial School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mary MacKillop CollegeCatholic Secondary · Kensington | 0.2 km | 1077 | 31 lower | 291 |
| Loreto CollegeCatholic Combined · Marryatville | 0.4 km | 1098 | 10 lower | 717 |
| Marryatville High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Marryatville | 0.7 km | 1120 | 12 higher | 1,759 |
| Marryatville Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Kensington | 0.8 km | 1127 | 19 higher | 506 |
| Norwood Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Norwood | 0.8 km | 1148 | 40 higher | 361 |
| Pembroke SchoolIndependent Combined · Kensington Park | 0.9 km | 1171 | 63 higher | 1,672 |
| Rose Park Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Rose Park | 1.4 km | 1162 | 54 higher | 525 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Joseph's Memorial School a government school?
No, St Joseph's Memorial School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Joseph's Memorial School offer?
St Joseph's Memorial School offers R-6.
What is St Joseph's Memorial School's ICSEA score?
St Joseph's Memorial School has an ICSEA score of 1108, placing it in the 86th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Joseph's Memorial School?
St Joseph's Memorial School has 192 enrolled students, with approximately 9 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Joseph's Memorial School?
The nearest schools to St Joseph's Memorial School are Saint Ignatius' College - Junior School Campus (0.2 km), Mary MacKillop College (0.2 km), Loreto College (0.4 km).
Where is St Joseph's Memorial School located?
St Joseph's Memorial School is located in Norwood, SA 5067. Visit the school website at http://www.sjms.catholic.edu.au.