SA · Independent Secondary
Cornerstone College
Mount Barker 5251 · 7-12
Cornerstone College is an independent secondary school in Mount Barker, SA offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1094, it sits in the 82nd percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 754 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 8% have a language background other than English.
How Cornerstone College compares
By ICSEA, Cornerstone College ranks 6th of the 96 secondary schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 2 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Mount Barker Primary 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 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. Cornerstone College scores 1094 — above average.
Enrolment and location
Cornerstone 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.
Schools near Cornerstone College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Cornerstone College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Barker Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Mount Barker | 0.8 km | 1016 | 78 lower | 326 |
| St Francis de Sales CollegeCatholic Combined · Mount Barker | 1.3 km | 1051 | 43 lower | 1,047 |
| St Mark's Lutheran SchoolIndependent Primary · Mount Barker | 1.5 km | 1071 | 23 lower | 351 |
| Mount Barker High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Mount Barker | 1.7 km | 1010 | 84 lower | 1,061 |
| Littlehampton Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Littlehampton | 1.7 km | 1036 | 58 lower | 336 |
| Mount Barker South Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Mount Barker | 2.3 km | 1011 | 83 lower | 399 |
| Mount Barker Waldorf SchoolIndependent Combined · Mount Barker | 3.3 km | 1087 | 7 lower | 321 |
| Nairne School - Preschool and PrimaryGovernment Primary · Nairne | 5.1 km | 1009 | 85 lower | 399 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cornerstone College a government school?
No, Cornerstone College is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Cornerstone College offer?
Cornerstone College offers 7-12.
What is Cornerstone College's ICSEA score?
Cornerstone College has an ICSEA score of 1094, placing it in the 82nd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Cornerstone College?
Cornerstone College has 754 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher.
What schools are near Cornerstone College?
The nearest schools to Cornerstone College are Mount Barker Primary School (0.8 km), St Francis de Sales College (1.3 km), St Mark's Lutheran School (1.5 km).
Where is Cornerstone College located?
Cornerstone College is located in Mount Barker, SA 5251. Visit the school website at http://www.cornerstone.sa.edu.au.