QLD · Government Primary
Benarkin State School
Benarkin 4314 · Prep-6
Benarkin State School is a government primary school in Benarkin, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 923, it sits in the 16th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 47 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 13% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 2% have a language background other than English.
How Benarkin State School compares
By ICSEA, Benarkin State School ranks 871st 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 highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Blackbutt State School, a government primary school 3.8 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. Benarkin State School scores 923 — below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Benarkin State School, check catchment rules with the school or the QLD education department.
About Benarkin
Benarkin State School is located in Benarkin, QLD — a suburb with a median household income of $700/wk and median rent of $148/wk. Population: 61.
View full Benarkin suburb profile →Frequently Asked Questions
Is Benarkin State School a government school?
Yes, Benarkin State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Benarkin State School offer?
Benarkin State School offers Prep-6.
What is Benarkin State School's ICSEA score?
Benarkin State School has an ICSEA score of 923, placing it in the 16th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Benarkin State School?
Benarkin State School has 47 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Benarkin State School?
The nearest schools to Benarkin State School are Blackbutt State School (3.8 km).
Where is Benarkin State School located?
Benarkin State School is located in Benarkin, QLD 4314. Visit the school website at https://benarkinss.eq.edu.au.