Mercedes College

Springfield, South Australia · Catholic · Co-ed · Prep to Year 12

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Distinguished tier

a very high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting strong results across most areas

Elite for Learning OpportunitiesRanked 3rd among Catholic schools in South AustraliaRanked 3rd among Catholic co-ed schools in South AustraliaDistinguished tier

S360 score: 82.4%

Mercedes College is a co-educational, Catholic, Mid-Sized school from Prep to Year 12 in Springfield, South Australia. It sits in the Distinguished tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Learning Opportunities, where it reaches Elite tier. It reaches Elite tier for Arts, Music and Culture.

Schools360 scoring overview

The ▾ marker on each bar shows the national median: the middle score among every Australian school Schools360 has assessed.

Academic Excellence45 / 60 (75.0%)Leading

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing52 / 60 (86.7%)Distinguished

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence47 / 60 (78.3%)Leading

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1016 / 20Distinguished

Current and previous years NAPLAN test scores assessing academic proficiency for students in years 7 to 10.

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1215 / 20Leading

Measures of academic achievement, including median ATAR scores and VCE, HSC or equivalent results.

University Outcomes and Pathways14 / 20Trusted

Evaluates students' progress, entry into top-tier universities, postgraduate study, and alumni success.

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing18 / 20Elite

Focuses on promoting students' physical, mental and emotional health, anti-bullying and school diversity.

Student Support17 / 20Distinguished

Examines support systems such as learning assistance, mentorship, pastoral care and inclusive education.

Personal Development17 / 20Distinguished

Tracks initiatives fostering leadership, career readiness, independence, social justice and outdoor education.

Learning Opportunities

Curriculum18 / 20Elite

Assesses the diversity and quality of the academic curriculum, including specialised subjects and STEM.

Sports16 / 20Distinguished

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture19 / 20Elite

Measures the quality and achievements in visual arts, music, drama and artistic progression.

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff18 / 20Elite

Assesses teacher qualifications, ratios, satisfaction and instructional methodologies.

Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment17 / 20Distinguished

Evaluates campus quality, library, modern learning spaces, and open and green spaces for recreation and learning.

Technology and Innovation16 / 20Distinguished

Examines the integration of technology, device accessibility, innovative tools and digital literacy initiatives.

Institutional Excellence

School Governance15 / 20Leading

Focuses on the vision, strategy, parent involvement, transparency and communication in school governance.

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections18 / 20Elite

Considers school history, recognition, community engagement, alumni network and school impact.

Sustainability14 / 20Trusted

Examines the school's commitment, strategy, reporting and practices related to environmental sustainability.

Key information

Affiliation
Catholic
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Co-ed
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
1,123
Student:teacher ratio
11.7:1
Location
Springfield, South Australia
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1133133 above the national average

ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of a school’s student population — the occupation and education of families, the school’s geographic location, and the proportion of Indigenous students it enrols. It is not a measure of school quality or performance. The national average is 1000.

Source: ACARA My School. Published by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) via the My School website.

NAPLAN

Each score below is shown against the national average — Schools360’s own calculation across the private and independent schools in this dataset with a result at that year level and domain, not a figure ACARA itself publishes, and not every Australian school ACARA tracks. It rests on a single year’s cohort, not a stable multi-year pattern.

2025 NAPLAN results

  • Year level
    Year 3
    Reading
    455(+17)
    Writing
    461(+19)
    Spelling
    461(+28)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    458(+10)
    Numeracy
    440(+4)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    525(+4)
    Writing
    517(+9)
    Spelling
    510(0)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    538(+6)
    Numeracy
    514(-10)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    560(-6)
    Writing
    571(+2)
    Spelling
    555(-5)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    554(-15)
    Numeracy
    564(-12)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    604(+8)
    Writing
    627(+16)
    Spelling
    586(0)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    607(+13)
    Numeracy
    609(+4)

Source: ACARA My School, 2025. Published by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) via the My School website.

2026 fees

Tuition only. Levies and other charges, where the school states them, are listed separately below.

  • Local day students fees, 2026
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Annual fee
    $15,190
  • Year level
    Year 8
    Annual fee
    $15,190
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Annual fee
    $15,400
  • Year level
    Year 10
    Annual fee
    $18,080
  • Year level
    Year 11
    Annual fee
    $18,080
  • Year level
    Year 12
    Annual fee
    $18,080
Additional information on fees

In addition to tuition, this school charges additional levies. Contact the school for a full schedule.

Source: the school’s published fee schedule. Extracted 2026-08-20.

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Common questions

What year levels does Mercedes College teach?

Mercedes College teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is Mercedes College a boys, girls or co-ed school?

Mercedes College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Mercedes College in?

Mercedes College is classified as Catholic.

Does Mercedes College offer boarding?

No, Mercedes College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Mercedes College?

Mercedes College has 1,123 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Mercedes College?

Mercedes College's student to teacher ratio is 11.7 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Mercedes College sit in?

Mercedes College sits in the Distinguished tier, a very high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting strong results across most areas.

What is Mercedes College's strongest area on Schools360?

Mercedes College's strongest area is Learning Opportunities, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Mercedes College rank?

Mercedes College ranks 3rd among Catholic schools in South Australia.

Where is Mercedes College located?

Mercedes College is located in Springfield, South Australia.