Walkerston State School
Walkerston State School is a government primary school in Walkerston, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 949, it sits in the 24th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 306 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher. 13% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 6% have a language background other than English.
Walkerston QLD 4751. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
How Walkerston State School compares
By ICSEA, Walkerston State School ranks 739th of the 1,127 primary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 2 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is St John's Catholic Primary School, a Catholic primary school 0.3 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. Walkerston State School scores 949, below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Walkerston State School, check catchment rules with the school or the QLD education department.
About Walkerston
Walkerston State School is located in Walkerston, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $2,142/wk and median rent of $360/wk. Population: 3,615.
Walkerston suburb profileSchools near Walkerston State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Walkerston State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Walkerston | 0.3 km | 1003 | 54 higher | 349 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Walkerston State School a government school?
Yes, Walkerston State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Walkerston State School offer?
Walkerston State School offers Prep-6.
What is Walkerston State School's ICSEA score?
Walkerston State School has an ICSEA score of 949, placing it in the 24th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Walkerston State School?
Walkerston State School has 306 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher.
What schools are near Walkerston State School?
The nearest schools to Walkerston State School are St John's Catholic Primary School (0.3 km).
Where is Walkerston State School located?
Walkerston State School is located in Walkerston, QLD 4751. Visit the school website at https://walkerstonss.eq.edu.au.