Xavier College

Gawler Belt, 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 EnvironmentElite for Student WellbeingElite for Learning OpportunitiesElite for Institutional ExcellenceRanked 1st among Catholic co-ed schools in Australia

S360 score: 87.2%

Xavier College is a co-educational, Catholic, Mega school from Prep to Year 12 in Gawler Belt, South Australia. It sits in the Distinguished tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Learning Environment, where it reaches Elite tier. It reaches Elite tier for Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment.

Schools360 scoring overview

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

Academic Excellence49 / 60 (81.7%)Distinguished

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment55 / 60 (91.7%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1017 / 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 Pathways17 / 20Distinguished

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

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing16 / 20Distinguished

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

Student Support19 / 20Elite

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

Personal Development18 / 20Elite

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.

Sports18 / 20Elite

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture17 / 20Distinguished

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 Environment20 / 20Elite

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

Technology and Innovation17 / 20Distinguished

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

Institutional Excellence

School Governance18 / 20Elite

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

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections20 / 20Elite

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

Sustainability15 / 20Leading

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
2,261
Student:teacher ratio
14.1:1
Location
Gawler Belt, South Australia
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

10011 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
    381(-57)
    Writing
    402(-40)
    Spelling
    380(-53)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    374(-74)
    Numeracy
    389(-47)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    467(-54)
    Writing
    452(-56)
    Spelling
    466(-44)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    448(-84)
    Numeracy
    457(-67)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    515(-51)
    Writing
    519(-50)
    Spelling
    528(-32)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    515(-54)
    Numeracy
    519(-57)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    550(-46)
    Writing
    562(-49)
    Spelling
    550(-36)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    538(-56)
    Numeracy
    541(-64)

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 Xavier College teach?

Xavier College teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

Xavier College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Xavier College in?

Xavier College is classified as Catholic.

Does Xavier College offer boarding?

No, Xavier College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Xavier College?

Xavier College has 2,261 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Xavier College?

Xavier College's student to teacher ratio is 14.1 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Xavier College sit in?

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

What is Xavier College's strongest area on Schools360?

Xavier College's strongest area is Learning Environment, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Xavier College rank?

Xavier College ranks 1st among Catholic co-ed schools in Australia.

Where is Xavier College located?

Xavier College is located in Gawler Belt, South Australia.