Mount Nelson Primary School
Mount Nelson Primary School is a government primary school in Mount Nelson, TAS offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 1107, it sits in the 86th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 233 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher. 5% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 25% have a language background other than English.
Mount Nelson TAS 7007. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
How Mount Nelson Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Mount Nelson Primary School ranks 12th of the 157 primary schools in TAS that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 13 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 10th-highest ICSEA and the 8th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Hobart College, a government secondary school 0.6 km away.
Ranks are calculated by GDP.com.au from ACARA 2025 school profile data. Distances are straight-line from the school's ACARA location. ICSEA describes students' family backgrounds; ACARA notes it is not a rating of the school or its teaching.
ICSEA against the national average
ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-educational background of a school's student community. The Australian average is 1,000. Mount Nelson Primary School scores 1107, above average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Mount Nelson Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the TAS education department.
About Mount Nelson
Mount Nelson Primary School is located in Mount Nelson, TAS, a suburb with a median household income of $1,687/wk and median rent of $320/wk. Population: 2,749.
Mount Nelson suburb profileSchools near Mount Nelson Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Mount Nelson Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart CollegeGovernment Secondary · Mount Nelson | 0.6 km | 1049 | 58 lower | 1,369 |
| The Hutchins SchoolIndependent Combined · Sandy Bay | 1.0 km | 1140 | 33 higher | 986 |
| Waimea Heights Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Sandy Bay | 1.3 km | 1135 | 28 higher | 359 |
| Mount Carmel CollegeCatholic Combined · Sandy Bay | 1.5 km | 1077 | 30 lower | 572 |
| Princes Street Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Sandy Bay | 1.6 km | 1150 | 43 higher | 343 |
| Sandy Bay Infant SchoolGovernment Primary · Sandy Bay | 2.2 km | 1131 | 24 higher | 84 |
| Albuera Street Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Battery Point | 2.4 km | 1133 | 26 higher | 252 |
| Fahan SchoolIndependent Combined · Sandy Bay | 2.5 km | 1154 | 47 higher | 419 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mount Nelson Primary School a government school?
Yes, Mount Nelson Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Mount Nelson Primary School offer?
Mount Nelson Primary School offers K-6.
What is Mount Nelson Primary School's ICSEA score?
Mount Nelson Primary School has an ICSEA score of 1107, placing it in the 86th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Mount Nelson Primary School?
Mount Nelson Primary School has 233 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher.
What schools are near Mount Nelson Primary School?
The nearest schools to Mount Nelson Primary School are Hobart College (0.6 km), The Hutchins School (1.0 km), Waimea Heights Primary School (1.3 km).
Where is Mount Nelson Primary School located?
Mount Nelson Primary School is located in Mount Nelson, TAS 7007. Visit the school website at https://mountnelsonprimary.education.tas.edu.au/.