WA · Government Primary
Glen Forrest Primary School
Glen Forrest 6071 · K-6
Glen Forrest Primary School is a government primary school in Glen Forrest, WA offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 1045, it sits in the 66th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 235 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 4% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 6% have a language background other than English.
How Glen Forrest Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Glen Forrest Primary School ranks 241st of the 722 primary schools in WA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 4 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Helena College, an independent combined school 1.2 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. Glen Forrest Primary School scores 1045 — near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Glen Forrest Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the WA education department.
About Glen Forrest
Glen Forrest Primary School is located in Glen Forrest, WA — a suburb with a median household income of $2,103/wk and median rent of $380/wk. Population: 2,789.
View full Glen Forrest suburb profile →Schools near Glen Forrest Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Glen Forrest Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helena CollegeIndependent Combined · Glen Forrest | 1.2 km | 1114 | 69 higher | 740 |
| Helena College - Darlington CampusIndependent Primary · Darlington | 1.7 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Darlington Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Darlington | 2.1 km | 1117 | 72 higher | 375 |
| Treetops Montessori SchoolIndependent Combined · Darlington | 2.6 km | 1083 | 38 higher | 153 |
| Parkerville Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Parkerville | 4.7 km | 1023 | 22 lower | 288 |
| The Silver Tree Steiner SchoolIndependent Primary · Parkerville | 5.9 km | 948 | 97 lower | 172 |
| Parkerville Steiner CollegeIndependent Secondary · Parkerville | 6.0 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Gooseberry Hill Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Gooseberry Hill | 6.2 km | 1069 | 24 higher | 429 |
| Mundaring Christian College - Parkerville CampusIndependent Secondary · Parkerville | 6.5 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glen Forrest Primary School a government school?
Yes, Glen Forrest Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Glen Forrest Primary School offer?
Glen Forrest Primary School offers K-6.
What is Glen Forrest Primary School's ICSEA score?
Glen Forrest Primary School has an ICSEA score of 1045, placing it in the 66th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Glen Forrest Primary School?
Glen Forrest Primary School has 235 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Glen Forrest Primary School?
The nearest schools to Glen Forrest Primary School are Helena College (1.2 km), Helena College - Darlington Campus (1.7 km), Darlington Primary School (2.1 km).
Where is Glen Forrest Primary School located?
Glen Forrest Primary School is located in Glen Forrest, WA 6071. Visit the school website at http://www.det.wa.edu.au/schoolsonline/overview.do?schoolID=5186.