St Philomena School

Park Ridge, Queensland · Catholic · Co-ed · Prep to Year 12

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Trusted tier

a well regarded tier reflecting consistent and reliable overall performance

Trusted tier

S360 score: 68.6%

St Philomena School is a co-educational, Catholic, Boutique school from Prep to Year 12 in Park Ridge, Queensland. It sits in the Trusted tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Student Wellbeing, where it reaches Distinguished tier. It ranks 22nd among Catholic co-ed schools in Queensland.

Schools360 scoring overview

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

Academic Excellence42 / 60 (70.0%)Trusted

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing48 / 60 (80.0%)Distinguished

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities39 / 60 (65.0%)Trusted

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment38 / 60 (63.3%)Highly Capable

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence37 / 60 (61.7%)Highly Capable

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1015 / 20Leading

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

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1214 / 20Trusted

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

University Outcomes and Pathways13 / 20Trusted

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

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing17 / 20Distinguished

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

Student Support16 / 20Distinguished

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

Personal Development15 / 20Leading

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

Learning Opportunities

Curriculum14 / 20Trusted

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

Sports12 / 20Highly Capable

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture13 / 20Trusted

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

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff15 / 20Leading

Assesses teacher qualifications, ratios, satisfaction and instructional methodologies.

Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment11 / 20Highly Capable

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

Technology and Innovation12 / 20Highly Capable

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

Institutional Excellence

School Governance13 / 20Trusted

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

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections14 / 20Trusted

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

Sustainability10 / 20Highly Capable

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
247
Student:teacher ratio
11.8:1
Location
Park Ridge, Queensland
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

108282 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
    453(+15)
    Writing
    457(+15)
    Spelling
    460(+27)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    436(-12)
    Numeracy
    446(+10)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    498(-23)
    Writing
    449(-59)
    Spelling
    491(-19)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    511(-21)
    Numeracy
    504(-20)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    574(+8)
    Writing
    525(-44)
    Spelling
    605(+45)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    626(+57)
    Numeracy
    588(+12)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    613(+17)
    Writing
    568(-43)
    Spelling
    608(+22)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    665(+71)
    Numeracy
    603(-2)

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

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Common questions

What year levels does St Philomena School teach?

St Philomena School teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is St Philomena School a boys, girls or co-ed school?

St Philomena School is a Co-ed school.

What sector is St Philomena School in?

St Philomena School is classified as Independent.

Does St Philomena School offer boarding?

No, St Philomena School does not offer boarding.

How many students attend St Philomena School?

St Philomena School has 247 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at St Philomena School?

St Philomena School's student to teacher ratio is 11.8 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does St Philomena School sit in?

St Philomena School sits in the Trusted tier, a well regarded tier reflecting consistent and reliable overall performance.

What is St Philomena School's strongest area on Schools360?

St Philomena School's strongest area is Student Wellbeing, reaching Distinguished tier.

Where does St Philomena School rank?

St Philomena School ranks 22nd among Catholic co-ed schools in Queensland.

Where is St Philomena School located?

St Philomena School is located in Park Ridge, Queensland.