NSW · Government Primary
La Perouse Public School
La Perouse 2036 · K-6
La Perouse Public School is a government primary school in La Perouse, NSW offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 920, it sits in the 15th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 111 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 50% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 53% have a language background other than English.
How La Perouse Public School compares
By ICSEA, La Perouse Public School ranks 1,747th of the 2,095 primary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 17 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 16th-highest ICSEA and the 16th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Chifley Public School, a government primary school 1.6 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. La Perouse Public School scores 920 — below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For La Perouse Public School, check catchment rules with the school or the NSW education department.
About La Perouse
La Perouse Public School is located in La Perouse, NSW — a suburb with a median household income of $2,062/wk and median rent of $325/wk. Population: 366.
View full La Perouse suburb profile →Schools near La Perouse Public School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs La Perouse Public School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chifley Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Malabar | 1.6 km | 954 | 34 higher | 227 |
| Matraville Sports High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Chifley | 1.9 km | 930 | 10 higher | 487 |
| St Andrew's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Malabar | 2.1 km | 1090 | 170 higher | 402 |
| Malabar Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Malabar | 2.3 km | 1068 | 148 higher | 244 |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School MatravilleCatholic Primary · Matraville | 2.3 km | 1078 | 158 higher | 369 |
| Matraville Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Matraville | 2.8 km | 1046 | 126 higher | 222 |
| St Spyridon CollegeIndependent Combined · Maroubra | 2.8 km | 1093 | 173 higher | 785 |
| Corpus Christi College MaroubraCatholic Secondary · Maroubra | 3.7 km | 1043 | 123 higher | 755 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is La Perouse Public School a government school?
Yes, La Perouse Public School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does La Perouse Public School offer?
La Perouse Public School offers K-6.
What is La Perouse Public School's ICSEA score?
La Perouse Public School has an ICSEA score of 920, placing it in the 15th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend La Perouse Public School?
La Perouse Public School has 111 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near La Perouse Public School?
The nearest schools to La Perouse Public School are Chifley Public School (1.6 km), Matraville Sports High School (1.9 km), St Andrew's Catholic Primary School (2.1 km).
Where is La Perouse Public School located?
La Perouse Public School is located in La Perouse, NSW 2036. Visit the school website at https://laperouse-p.schools.nsw.gov.au.