TAS · Government Primary
West Launceston Primary School
West Launceston 7250 · K-6
West Launceston Primary School is a government primary school in West Launceston, TAS offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 1036, it sits in the 62nd percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 375 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher. 5% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 12% have a language background other than English.
How West Launceston Primary School compares
By ICSEA, West Launceston Primary School ranks 32nd of the 157 primary schools in TAS that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 16 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 5th-highest ICSEA and the 7th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Sacred Heart Catholic School, a Catholic primary 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 Context
ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-educational background of a school's student community. The Australian average is 1,000. West Launceston Primary School scores 1036 — near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For West Launceston Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the TAS education department.
About West Launceston
West Launceston Primary School is located in West Launceston, TAS — a suburb with a median household income of $1,468/wk and median rent of $300/wk. Population: 4,316.
View full West Launceston suburb profile →Schools near West Launceston Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs West Launceston Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic SchoolCatholic Primary · Launceston | 0.6 km | 1038 | 2 higher | 390 |
| Launceston CollegeGovernment Secondary · Launceston | 1.1 km | 986 | 50 lower | 1,368 |
| John Calvin SchoolIndependent Combined · Launceston | 1.4 km | 1051 | 15 higher | 112 |
| Glen Dhu Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · South Launceston | 1.5 km | 1007 | 29 lower | 341 |
| Indie School - Devonport (Launceston Campus)Independent Secondary · Launceston | 1.6 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Trevallyn Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Trevallyn | 1.7 km | 1045 | 9 higher | 392 |
| East Launceston Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · East Launceston | 2.1 km | 1046 | 10 higher | 501 |
| Summerdale Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Summerhill | 2.1 km | 969 | 67 lower | 555 |
| Launceston Church Grammar School - Junior CampusIndependent Primary · East Launceston | 2.4 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| St Patrick’s College - Croagh Patrick CentreCatholic Secondary · Prospect | 2.4 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Launceston Primary School a government school?
Yes, West Launceston Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does West Launceston Primary School offer?
West Launceston Primary School offers K-6.
What is West Launceston Primary School's ICSEA score?
West Launceston Primary School has an ICSEA score of 1036, placing it in the 62nd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend West Launceston Primary School?
West Launceston Primary School has 375 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher.
What schools are near West Launceston Primary School?
The nearest schools to West Launceston Primary School are Sacred Heart Catholic School (0.6 km), Launceston College (1.1 km), John Calvin School (1.4 km).
Where is West Launceston Primary School located?
West Launceston Primary School is located in West Launceston, TAS 7250. Visit the school website at https://westlauncestonprimary.education.tas.edu.au/.