Catholic · co-educational · Townsville
Ryan Catholic College
Catholic co-educational school in Kirwan, Townsville. Townsville's first co-educational Catholic college (opened January 1979 with 74 students).
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Ryan Catholic College is a catholic co-educational private school based in Kirwan, Townsville. ICSEA 1033 (Australian median is 1000). Catholic co-educational school in Kirwan, Townsville. Townsville's first co-educational Catholic college (opened January 1979 with 74 students).
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- Ryan Catholic College is a Catholic school in Kirwan, Townsville (co-educational).
- ICSEA score: 1033 (the Australian median is 1000; above median).
- 2026 fees on application.
- Day school only.
- Founded in 1979.
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Ryan Catholic College's NAPLAN benchmark
2025 national + state means for Year 9 — the benchmark to compare against Ryan Catholic College's individual school result on MySchool.
National Y9 Reading
567.7
2025 mean (all students)
Q state mean
555
Queensland Y9 Reading mean
National Y9 Numeracy
572.6
2025 mean (all students)
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Kirwan, Townsville, Australia.
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What are Ryan Catholic College's 2026 fees?
Ryan Catholic College's 2026 fee schedule is published on the school site. Fees typically index 3.5–6% annually — model 6-year totals using our calculator before committing. Additional levies (technology, camps, uniform, capital) usually add 8–15% on top of the headline tuition.
What is Ryan Catholic College's ICSEA score?
Ryan Catholic College has an ICSEA score of 1033. The Australian median is 1000; ICSEA measures the socio-educational advantage of the parent community (not academic value-add). Schools at 1150+ are top decile nationally. ICSEA is published by ACARA on MySchool and updated each calendar year.
Does Ryan Catholic College offer boarding?
Ryan Catholic College is a day school. For boarding alternatives in Townsville, see our city ranking.
Where is Ryan Catholic College based?
Ryan Catholic College is primarily based in Townsville, Australia, and serves clients across Townsville and surrounding areas. Check with the provider directly for specific service-area coverage.
What are the alternatives to Ryan Catholic College?
Our independent ranking of the top private schools in Australia includes Melbourne Grammar School, Scotch College, Wesley College. Each has different strengths — see our comparison for a side-by-side breakdown.
How much do private schools cost in Australia in 2026?
Elite independent schools (Geelong Grammar, Sydney Grammar, Scotch College, Methodist Ladies' College): $42,000-$55,000/year for Year 12. Mid-tier independents: $25,000-$38,000/year. Catholic systemic schools: $4,000-$10,000/year. Boarding adds $25,000-$45,000 on top. Year 7-9 fees typically 30-40% lower than Year 12. Total K-12 cost: $400,000-$650,000 for elite schools, $40,000-$120,000 for Catholic systemic. Add $5,000-$15,000/year for uniforms, IT, camps, music tuition.
When should I apply for a private school?
Elite schools (Scotch, Geelong Grammar, Sydney Grammar): apply at birth or before age 2 for Year 7 entry. Waiting lists at top schools are 1,000+ children. Mid-tier independents: apply 2-4 years before entry year. Catholic systemic: 12-24 months before entry year. Most competitive entry points: Reception (limited places open most spots), Year 7 (start of secondary, biggest intake), Year 11 (VCE/HSC start). Apply to 4-8 schools simultaneously to maximise options.
What's ICSEA and how does it relate to school quality?
ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-economic background of a school's community. Average is 1000. Elite private schools typically score 1180-1230. ICSEA correlates strongly with academic outcomes, but it measures family advantage, not school teaching quality. To assess teaching quality, look at "value-added" data (how much the school improves students above their starting point), Education Department websites publish this. A school with ICSEA 1200 should produce strong results; a school with ICSEA 1100 producing strong results is doing more impressive teaching.
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