Montello Primary School
Montello Primary School is a government primary school in Montello, TAS offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 885, it sits in the 8th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 270 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 24% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 4% have a language background other than English.
Montello TAS 7320. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
How Montello Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Montello Primary School ranks 139th of the 157 primary schools in TAS that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 7 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 4th-highest ICSEA and the 4th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Burnie Primary School, a government primary school 1.1 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. Montello Primary School scores 885, below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Montello Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the TAS education department.
About Montello
Montello Primary School is located in Montello, TAS, a suburb with a median household income of $1,014/wk and median rent of $240/wk. Population: 1,241.
Montello suburb profileSchools near Montello Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Montello Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnie Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Park Grove | 1.1 km | 984 | 99 higher | 330 |
| Stella Maris Catholic SchoolCatholic Primary · Burnie | 1.3 km | 1024 | 139 higher | 382 |
| Hellyer CollegeGovernment Secondary · Shorewell Park | 1.4 km | 938 | 53 higher | 656 |
| Marist Regional CollegeCatholic Secondary · Burnie | 1.7 km | 1006 | 121 higher | 889 |
| Romaine Park Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Romaine | 2.0 km | 873 | 12 lower | 331 |
| Parklands High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Romaine | 2.1 km | 885 | same | 408 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Montello Primary School a government school?
Yes, Montello Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Montello Primary School offer?
Montello Primary School offers K-6.
What is Montello Primary School's ICSEA score?
Montello Primary School has an ICSEA score of 885, placing it in the 8th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Montello Primary School?
Montello Primary School has 270 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Montello Primary School?
The nearest schools to Montello Primary School are Burnie Primary School (1.1 km), Indie School - Devonport (Burnie Campus) (1.2 km), Stella Maris Catholic School (1.3 km).
Where is Montello Primary School located?
Montello Primary School is located in Montello, TAS 7320. Visit the school website at https://www.montelloprimary.education.tas.edu.au/.