NSW · Catholic Primary
St Michael's Primary School
Nelson Bay 2315 · K-6
St Michael's Primary School is a Catholic primary school in Nelson Bay, NSW offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 1040, it sits in the 64th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 269 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 6% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 21% have a language background other than English.
How St Michael's Primary School compares
By ICSEA, St Michael's Primary School ranks 754th 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 Alesco Secondary College - Tomaree Campus, an independent secondary school 1.7 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 Michael's Primary School scores 1040 — near average.
Enrolment and location
St Michael'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.
Schools near St Michael's Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Michael's Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alesco Secondary College - Tomaree CampusIndependent Secondary · Nelson Bay | 1.7 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Tomaree High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Salamander Bay | 2.6 km | 970 | 70 lower | 986 |
| Tomaree Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Salamander Bay | 2.7 km | 981 | 59 lower | 310 |
| St Philip's Christian College Dynamic Learning - Port StephensIndependent Combined · Salamander Bay | 2.9 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| St Philip's Christian College - Port StephensIndependent Combined · Salamander Bay | 2.9 km | 1072 | 32 higher | 821 |
| St Philip's Christian College GilibaaIndependent Primary · Salamander Bay | 3.0 km | 763 | 277 lower | 30 |
| Edmondson Park CollegeIndependent Primary · Edmondson Park | 3.0 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Shoal Bay Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Shoal Bay | 3.7 km | 962 | 78 lower | 237 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Michael's Primary School a government school?
No, St Michael's Primary School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Michael's Primary School offer?
St Michael's Primary School offers K-6.
What is St Michael's Primary School's ICSEA score?
St Michael's Primary School has an ICSEA score of 1040, placing it in the 64th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Michael's Primary School?
St Michael's Primary School has 269 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Michael's Primary School?
The nearest schools to St Michael's Primary School are Alesco Secondary College - Tomaree Campus (1.7 km), Tomaree High School (2.6 km), Tomaree Public School (2.7 km).
Where is St Michael's Primary School located?
St Michael's Primary School is located in Nelson Bay, NSW 2315. Visit the school website at http://nelsonbay.catholic.edu.au.