There are 26 schools near Birkenhead — 15 government, 7 Catholic, and 4 independent. Average ICSEA score is 996 (national average: 1000). Total enrolments: 9,861 students.
Sports College South Australia - St. Clair YMCA Recreation Centre
IndependentSecondary
#25
Indie School Port Adelaide Campus
IndependentSecondary
#26
Mount Carmel College Primary Campus
CatholicPrimary
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Birkenhead SA?
There are 26 schools near Birkenhead — 15 government (public), 7 Catholic, and 4 independent schools.
What is the average ICSEA score for schools in Birkenhead?
The average ICSEA score for schools near Birkenhead is 996. The national average is 1000. ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the educational advantages students bring to their studies.
What is the best school in Birkenhead?
The highest-rated school near Birkenhead by ICSEA score is Whitefriars School with an ICSEA of 1076 and 603 students.
Data: Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) 2025. ICSEA = Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage. National average: 1000. Schools within ~5km of Birkenhead centroid shown.