WA · Government Primary
Calista Primary School
Calista 6167 · K-6
Calista Primary School is a government primary school in Calista, WA offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 920, it sits in the 15th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 413 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 15% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 27% have a language background other than English.
How Calista Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Calista Primary School ranks 634th of the 722 primary schools in WA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 12 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 7th-highest ICSEA and the 4th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Peter Carnley Anglican Community School - Calista Campus, an independent primary school 0.5 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. Calista Primary School scores 920 — below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Calista Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the WA education department.
About Calista
Calista Primary School is located in Calista, WA — a suburb with a median household income of $953/wk and median rent of $250/wk. Population: 1,975.
View full Calista suburb profile →Schools near Calista Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Calista Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilmore CollegeGovernment Secondary · Orelia | 1.0 km | 924 | 4 higher | 1,251 |
| Orelia Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Orelia | 1.2 km | 919 | 1 lower | 301 |
| Peter Carnley Anglican Community SchoolIndependent Combined · Wellard | 1.4 km | 1041 | 121 higher | 1,275 |
| Leda Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Leda | 1.7 km | 912 | 8 lower | 366 |
| St Vincent's SchoolCatholic Primary · Parmelia | 1.9 km | 1031 | 111 higher | 406 |
| North Parmelia Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Parmelia | 2.8 km | 936 | 16 higher | 300 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Calista Primary School a government school?
Yes, Calista Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Calista Primary School offer?
Calista Primary School offers K-6.
What is Calista Primary School's ICSEA score?
Calista Primary School has an ICSEA score of 920, placing it in the 15th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Calista Primary School?
Calista Primary School has 413 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Calista Primary School?
The nearest schools to Calista Primary School are Peter Carnley Anglican Community School - Calista Campus (0.5 km), SMYL Community College - Seabrooke Way, Medina (0.9 km), Gilmore College (1.0 km).
Where is Calista Primary School located?
Calista Primary School is located in Calista, WA 6167. Visit the school website at http://www.det.wa.edu.au/schoolsonline/overview.do?schoolID=5081.