SA · Independent Primary
St Mark's Lutheran School
Mount Barker 5251 · R-6
St Mark's Lutheran School is an independent primary school in Mount Barker, SA offering R-6. With an ICSEA score of 1071, it sits in the 76th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 351 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 6% have a language background other than English.
How St Mark's Lutheran School compares
By ICSEA, St Mark's Lutheran School ranks 98th of the 436 primary schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 4 primary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Mount Barker High School, a government secondary 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 Lutheran School scores 1071 — above average.
Enrolment and location
St Mark's Lutheran School 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 St Mark's Lutheran School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Mark's Lutheran School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Barker High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Mount Barker | 0.5 km | 1010 | 61 lower | 1,061 |
| Mount Barker South Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Mount Barker | 0.8 km | 1011 | 60 lower | 399 |
| St Francis de Sales CollegeCatholic Combined · Mount Barker | 0.9 km | 1051 | 20 lower | 1,047 |
| Mount Barker Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Mount Barker | 0.9 km | 1016 | 55 lower | 326 |
| King's Baptist Grammar School - Mount Barker CampusIndependent Combined · Mount Barker | 1.3 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Cornerstone CollegeIndependent Secondary · Mount Barker | 1.5 km | 1094 | 23 higher | 754 |
| Mount Barker Waldorf SchoolIndependent Combined · Mount Barker | 1.8 km | 1087 | 16 higher | 321 |
| Littlehampton Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Littlehampton | 2.7 km | 1036 | 35 lower | 336 |
| Nairne School - Preschool and PrimaryGovernment Primary · Nairne | 5.4 km | 1009 | 62 lower | 399 |
| St Michael's Lutheran School, Hahndorf IncIndependent Primary · Hahndorf | 6.7 km | 1101 | 30 higher | 192 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Mark's Lutheran School a government school?
No, St Mark's Lutheran School is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Mark's Lutheran School offer?
St Mark's Lutheran School offers R-6.
What is St Mark's Lutheran School's ICSEA score?
St Mark's Lutheran School has an ICSEA score of 1071, placing it in the 76th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Mark's Lutheran School?
St Mark's Lutheran School has 351 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Mark's Lutheran School?
The nearest schools to St Mark's Lutheran School are Mount Barker High School (0.5 km), Mount Barker South Primary School (0.8 km), St Francis de Sales College (0.9 km).
Where is St Mark's Lutheran School located?
St Mark's Lutheran School is located in Mount Barker, SA 5251. Visit the school website at http://www.stmarks.sa.edu.au.