Head-to-head · 2026

Perth College vs St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls

Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Perth. Sourced from each school's published schedule and ACARA MySchool. Verified 11 June 2026.

The Education Desk · Editorial team, schools + fertility + family services · Updated 11 June 2026 · How we rank · Editorial standards

At a glance

The headline differences

  • Year 12 fees differ by $10,410: Perth College is more affordable.
  • ICSEA gap of 31: St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls draws from a more advantaged community.
  • Both schools are in Perth, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.

Comparison

Side-by-side

Metric Perth College St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls
City / suburbMount Lawley, PerthMosman Park, Perth
SectorAnglicanAnglican
Gendergirlsgirls
Year levelsELC-Year 12Junior Kindergarten-Year 12
ICSEA11631194
Year 12 fee$23,820$34,230
Year 7 fee$21,580$34,230
BoardingYes · $22,400/yrYes
Founded19021896
ReligionAnglican Church of AustraliaAnglican Church of Australia

All fees verified 11 June 2026 against each school's published schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).

Perth College

Standout strengths

  • Strong WACE + IB academic outcomes
  • Boarding for regional WA + international
  • Anglican Sisters of the Society of the Sacred Advent foundation

Anglican girls' school in Mount Lawley, Perth. Founded 1902.

See full profile →

St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls

Standout strengths

  • Among WA's highest ICSEA girls' schools
  • Three campuses (Mosman Park + Pemberton outdoor ed)
  • IGSSA sport + boarding from Year 7

Anglican girls school in Mosman Park, Perth. Among WA's highest ICSEA girls' schools

See full profile →

Common questions

FAQs

Which is better, Perth College or St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls?

"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls. By 2026 Year 12 fee, Perth College is more affordable. Both are in Perth. The most meaningful comparison is on culture, programs, transport and entry pathway for your specific child – visit open days and talk to current parents.

What are the 2026 fees for Perth College and St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls?

Perth College's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $23,820 (Year 7: $21,580). St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $34,230 (Year 7: $34,230). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.

What are the ICSEA scores for Perth College vs St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls?

Perth College has an ICSEA score of 1163; St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls has 1194. The Australian median is 1000. ICSEA measures the socio-educational advantage of the school community – it correlates with academic outcomes but does NOT measure teaching quality or value-add. ICSEA is published by ACARA on MySchool.

Which school is older, Perth College or St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls?

St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls is the older school (founded 1896 vs 1902 for Perth College).

Do Perth College or St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls offer boarding?

Perth College: Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $22,400/yr. St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls: Yes.

Next step

Model the 6-year cost for either school

Project Year 7-12 tuition with 4.5% annual indexation. Add boarding, levies and sibling discounts. Compare side-by-side.

Open calculator →