Capricornia School of Distance Education
Capricornia School of Distance Education is a government combined school in Emerald, QLD offering Prep-12. With an ICSEA score of 960, it sits in the 29th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 5,463 enrolled students, with approximately 45 students per teacher. 20% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 4% have a language background other than English.
Emerald QLD 4720. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Capricornia School of Distance Education compares
By ICSEA, Capricornia School of Distance Education ranks 234th of the 329 combined schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 2 combined schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Denison State School, a government primary school 0.1 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. Capricornia School of Distance Education scores 960, near average.
Enrolment and location
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Schools near Capricornia School of Distance Education
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Capricornia School of Distance Education | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denison State SchoolGovernment Primary · Emerald | 0.1 km | 948 | 12 lower | 364 |
| Emerald State SchoolGovernment Primary · Emerald | 1.3 km | 948 | 12 lower | 295 |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Emerald | 1.5 km | 1021 | 61 higher | 482 |
| Marist CollegeCatholic Secondary · Emerald | 1.5 km | 999 | 39 higher | 697 |
| Emerald State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Emerald | 2.2 km | 945 | 15 lower | 847 |
| Emerald North State SchoolGovernment Primary · Emerald | 2.5 km | 878 | 82 lower | 314 |
| St Brigid's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Emerald | 3.5 km | 990 | 30 higher | 323 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Capricornia School of Distance Education a government school?
Yes, Capricornia School of Distance Education is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Capricornia School of Distance Education offer?
Capricornia School of Distance Education offers Prep-12.
What is Capricornia School of Distance Education's ICSEA score?
Capricornia School of Distance Education has an ICSEA score of 960, placing it in the 29th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Capricornia School of Distance Education?
Capricornia School of Distance Education has 5,463 enrolled students, with approximately 45 students per teacher.
What schools are near Capricornia School of Distance Education?
The nearest schools to Capricornia School of Distance Education are Denison State School (0.1 km), Emerald State School (1.3 km), St Patrick's Catholic Primary School (1.5 km).
Where is Capricornia School of Distance Education located?
Capricornia School of Distance Education is located in Emerald, QLD 4720. Visit the school website at https://capricorniasde.eq.edu.au.