NSW · Catholic Primary
St Joseph's Primary School
Taree 2430 · K-6
St Joseph's Primary School is a Catholic primary school in Taree, NSW offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 952, it sits in the 26th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 271 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 27% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 25% have a language background other than English.
How St Joseph's Primary School compares
By ICSEA, St Joseph's Primary School ranks 1,501st of the 2,095 primary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 5 primary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Manning Gardens 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. St Joseph's Primary School scores 952 — near average.
Enrolment and location
St Joseph's Primary School is a Catholic school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
About Taree
St Joseph's Primary School is located in Taree, NSW — a suburb with a median household income of $968/wk and median rent of $289/wk. Population: 16,715.
View full Taree suburb profile →Schools near St Joseph's Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Joseph's Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manning Gardens Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Taree | 1.6 km | 724 | 228 lower | 207 |
| Chatham High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Taree | 2.1 km | 814 | 138 lower | 493 |
| St Clare's High SchoolCatholic Secondary · Taree | 2.1 km | 1012 | 60 higher | 630 |
| Chatham Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Taree | 2.5 km | 837 | 115 lower | 222 |
| Taree High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Taree | 3.3 km | 918 | 34 lower | 623 |
| Taree Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Taree | 3.5 km | 795 | 157 lower | 83 |
| Taree West Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Taree | 3.8 km | 910 | 42 lower | 409 |
| MidCoast Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Taree | 4.4 km | 1015 | 63 higher | 787 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Joseph's Primary School a government school?
No, St Joseph's Primary School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Joseph's Primary School offer?
St Joseph's Primary School offers K-6.
What is St Joseph's Primary School's ICSEA score?
St Joseph's Primary School has an ICSEA score of 952, placing it in the 26th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Joseph's Primary School?
St Joseph's Primary School has 271 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Joseph's Primary School?
The nearest schools to St Joseph's Primary School are Manning Gardens Public School (1.6 km), Chatham High School (2.1 km), St Clare's High School (2.1 km).
Where is St Joseph's Primary School located?
St Joseph's Primary School is located in Taree, NSW 2430. Visit the school website at http://tareesj.catholic.edu.au.