WA · Government Primary
Kalgoorlie Primary School
Kalgoorlie 6430 · K-6
Kalgoorlie Primary School is a government primary school in Kalgoorlie, WA offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 980, it sits in the 38th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 496 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher. 8% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 27% have a language background other than English.
How Kalgoorlie Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Kalgoorlie Primary School ranks 464th of the 722 primary schools in WA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 11 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 4th-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is St Mary's 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 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. Kalgoorlie Primary School scores 980 — near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Kalgoorlie Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the WA education department.
About Kalgoorlie
Kalgoorlie Primary School is located in Kalgoorlie, WA — a suburb with a median household income of $2,095/wk and median rent of $300/wk. Population: 3,711.
View full Kalgoorlie suburb profile →Schools near Kalgoorlie Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Kalgoorlie Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Kalgoorlie | 0.3 km | 1030 | 50 higher | 382 |
| Eastern Goldfields CollegeGovernment Secondary · Kalgoorlie | 0.7 km | 954 | 26 lower | 485 |
| John Paul CollegeCatholic Secondary · Kalgoorlie | 1.0 km | 1010 | 30 higher | 699 |
| North Kalgoorlie Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Kalgoorlie | 1.2 km | 960 | 20 lower | 481 |
| East Kalgoorlie Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Kalgoorlie | 1.5 km | 648 | 332 lower | 158 |
| South Kalgoorlie Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Kalgoorlie | 2.0 km | 909 | 71 lower | 350 |
| Fairbridge College - Kalgoorlie CampusIndependent Secondary · South Kalgoorlie | 2.4 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Kalgoorlie | 2.7 km | 890 | 90 lower | 854 |
| Eastern Goldfields Education Support CentreGovernment Secondary · Kalgoorlie | 2.7 km | 879 | 101 lower | 47 |
| Hannans Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Kalgoorlie | 2.9 km | 978 | 2 lower | 343 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kalgoorlie Primary School a government school?
Yes, Kalgoorlie Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Kalgoorlie Primary School offer?
Kalgoorlie Primary School offers K-6.
What is Kalgoorlie Primary School's ICSEA score?
Kalgoorlie Primary School has an ICSEA score of 980, placing it in the 38th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Kalgoorlie Primary School?
Kalgoorlie Primary School has 496 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher.
What schools are near Kalgoorlie Primary School?
The nearest schools to Kalgoorlie Primary School are St Mary's Primary School (0.3 km), Eastern Goldfields College (0.7 km), John Paul College (1.0 km).
Where is Kalgoorlie Primary School located?
Kalgoorlie Primary School is located in Kalgoorlie, WA 6430. Visit the school website at https://kalgoorlieps.wa.edu.au/.