Hellyer College
Hellyer College is a government secondary school in Shorewell Park, TAS offering 11-12. With an ICSEA score of 938, it sits in the 20th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 656 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 17% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 2% have a language background other than English.
Shorewell Park TAS 7320. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
How Hellyer College compares
By ICSEA, Hellyer College ranks 29th of the 47 secondary schools in TAS that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 5 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 3rd-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Burnie Primary School, a government primary school 0.4 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. Hellyer College scores 938, below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Hellyer College, check catchment rules with the school or the TAS education department.
About Shorewell Park
Hellyer College is located in Shorewell Park, TAS, a suburb with a median household income of $856/wk and median rent of $220/wk. Population: 2,150.
Shorewell Park suburb profileSchools near Hellyer College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Hellyer College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnie Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Park Grove | 0.4 km | 984 | 46 higher | 330 |
| Stella Maris Catholic SchoolCatholic Primary · Burnie | 1.2 km | 1024 | 86 higher | 382 |
| Montello Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Montello | 1.4 km | 885 | 53 lower | 270 |
| Marist Regional CollegeCatholic Secondary · Burnie | 1.5 km | 1006 | 68 higher | 889 |
| Romaine Park Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Romaine | 2.5 km | 873 | 65 lower | 331 |
| Burnie High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Cooee | 2.5 km | 951 | 13 higher | 502 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hellyer College a government school?
Yes, Hellyer College is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Hellyer College offer?
Hellyer College offers 11-12.
What is Hellyer College's ICSEA score?
Hellyer College has an ICSEA score of 938, placing it in the 20th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Hellyer College?
Hellyer College has 656 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Hellyer College?
The nearest schools to Hellyer College are Burnie Primary School (0.4 km), Stella Maris Catholic School (1.2 km), Montello Primary School (1.4 km).
Where is Hellyer College located?
Hellyer College is located in Shorewell Park, TAS 7320. Visit the school website at https://hellyercollege.education.tas.edu.au.