Glen Dhu Primary School
Glen Dhu Primary School is a government primary school in South Launceston, TAS offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 1007, it sits in the 50th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 341 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 7% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 22% have a language background other than English.
South Launceston TAS 7249. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
How Glen Dhu Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Glen Dhu Primary School ranks 49th of the 157 primary schools in TAS that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 17 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 8th-highest ICSEA and the 7th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is John Calvin School, an independent combined school 0.9 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. Glen Dhu Primary School scores 1007, near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Glen Dhu Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the TAS education department.
About South Launceston
Glen Dhu Primary School is located in South Launceston, TAS, a suburb with a median household income of $1,374/wk and median rent of $300/wk. Population: 4,894.
South Launceston suburb profileSchools near Glen Dhu Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Glen Dhu Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Launceston Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · West Launceston | 1.5 km | 1036 | 29 higher | 375 |
| Sacred Heart Catholic SchoolCatholic Primary · Launceston | 1.5 km | 1038 | 31 higher | 390 |
| St Thomas More's Catholic SchoolCatholic Primary · Newstead | 1.6 km | 1033 | 26 higher | 315 |
| East Launceston Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · East Launceston | 1.7 km | 1046 | 39 higher | 501 |
| Punchbowl Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Newstead | 1.8 km | 1029 | 22 higher | 317 |
| Summerdale Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Summerhill | 1.8 km | 969 | 38 lower | 555 |
| Launceston CollegeGovernment Secondary · Launceston | 2.0 km | 986 | 21 lower | 1,368 |
| Scotch Oakburn CollegeIndependent Combined · Newstead | 2.2 km | 1119 | 112 higher | 1,164 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glen Dhu Primary School a government school?
Yes, Glen Dhu Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Glen Dhu Primary School offer?
Glen Dhu Primary School offers K-6.
What is Glen Dhu Primary School's ICSEA score?
Glen Dhu Primary School has an ICSEA score of 1007, placing it in the 50th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Glen Dhu Primary School?
Glen Dhu Primary School has 341 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Glen Dhu Primary School?
The nearest schools to Glen Dhu Primary School are John Calvin School (0.9 km), OneSchool Global - Launceston Campus (1.5 km), West Launceston Primary School (1.5 km).
Where is Glen Dhu Primary School located?
Glen Dhu Primary School is located in South Launceston, TAS 7249. Visit the school website at https://glendhuprimary.education.tas.edu.au/.