Head-to-head · 2026
Scotch College Perth vs St Mary's Anglican Girls' School
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Perth. Sourced from each school's published 2026 schedule and ACARA MySchool. Verified 13 May 2026.
At a glance
The headline differences
- Sector: Scotch College Perth is Independent (Uniting Church); St Mary's Anglican Girls' School is Anglican.
- Gender: Scotch College Perth is boys; St Mary's Anglican Girls' School is girls.
- Year 12 fees differ by $11,952: St Mary's Anglican Girls' School is more affordable.
- Both schools are in Perth, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Scotch College Perth | St Mary's Anglican Girls' School |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Swanbourne, Perth | Karrinyup, Perth |
| Sector | Independent (Uniting Church) | Anglican |
| Gender | boys | girls |
| Year levels | Pre-K-Year 12 | K-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1170 | 1170 |
| Year 12 fee 2026 | $35,932 | $23,980 |
| Year 7 fee 2026 | $35,932 | $21,580 |
| Boarding | Yes | Yes · $22,600/yr |
| Founded | 1897 | 1921 |
| Religion | Uniting Church (Presbyterian heritage) | Anglican Church of Australia |
All fees verified 13 May 2026 against each school's published 2026 schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
Scotch College Perth
Standout strengths
- ›Authorised IB World School (PYP, MYP, DP)
- ›PSA sport powerhouse
- ›~170 boarders Years 7-12
Independent (Uniting Church) boys school in Swanbourne, Perth. Authorised IB World School (PYP, MYP, DP)
See full profile →St Mary's Anglican Girls' School
Standout strengths
- ›Anglican girls school with strong WACE results
- ›Boarding for regional WA
- ›Karrinyup northern suburbs campus
Anglican girls' school in Karrinyup, Perth. Founded 1921.
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, Scotch College Perth or St Mary's Anglican Girls' School?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, they are matched. By 2026 Year 12 fee, St Mary's Anglican Girls' School 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 Scotch College Perth and St Mary's Anglican Girls' School?
Scotch College Perth's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $35,932 (Year 7: $35,932). St Mary's Anglican Girls' School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $23,980 (Year 7: $21,580). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for Scotch College Perth vs St Mary's Anglican Girls' School?
Scotch College Perth has an ICSEA score of 1170; St Mary's Anglican Girls' School has 1170. 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, Scotch College Perth or St Mary's Anglican Girls' School?
Scotch College Perth is the older school (founded 1897 vs 1921 for St Mary's Anglican Girls' School).
Do Scotch College Perth or St Mary's Anglican Girls' School offer boarding?
Scotch College Perth: Yes. St Mary's Anglican Girls' School: Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $22,600/yr.
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.
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