WA · Government Primary
South Kalgoorlie Primary School
Kalgoorlie 6430 · K-6
South Kalgoorlie Primary School is a government primary school in Kalgoorlie, WA offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 909, it sits in the 13th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 350 enrolled students, with approximately 16 students per teacher. 18% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 32% have a language background other than English.
How South Kalgoorlie Primary School compares
By ICSEA, South Kalgoorlie Primary School ranks 654th 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 9th-highest ICSEA and the 5th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School, a government secondary school 0.7 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. South Kalgoorlie Primary School scores 909 — below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For South Kalgoorlie Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the WA education department.
About Kalgoorlie
South 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 South Kalgoorlie Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs South Kalgoorlie Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Kalgoorlie | 0.7 km | 890 | 19 lower | 854 |
| Eastern Goldfields Education Support CentreGovernment Secondary · Kalgoorlie | 0.7 km | 879 | 30 lower | 47 |
| Fairbridge College - Kalgoorlie CampusIndependent Secondary · South Kalgoorlie | 1.0 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| John Paul CollegeCatholic Secondary · Kalgoorlie | 1.1 km | 1010 | 101 higher | 699 |
| Eastern Goldfields CollegeGovernment Secondary · Kalgoorlie | 1.3 km | 954 | 45 higher | 485 |
| East Kalgoorlie Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Kalgoorlie | 1.8 km | 648 | 261 lower | 158 |
| O'Connor Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Kalgoorlie | 1.9 km | 922 | 13 higher | 761 |
| Kalgoorlie Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Kalgoorlie | 2.0 km | 980 | 71 higher | 496 |
| Goldfields Baptist CollegeIndependent Combined · Somerville | 2.0 km | 1017 | 108 higher | 239 |
| O'Connor Education Support CentreGovernment Primary · Boulder | 2.0 km | 920 | 11 higher | 52 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Kalgoorlie Primary School a government school?
Yes, South Kalgoorlie Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does South Kalgoorlie Primary School offer?
South Kalgoorlie Primary School offers K-6.
What is South Kalgoorlie Primary School's ICSEA score?
South Kalgoorlie Primary School has an ICSEA score of 909, placing it in the 13th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend South Kalgoorlie Primary School?
South Kalgoorlie Primary School has 350 enrolled students, with approximately 16 students per teacher.
What schools are near South Kalgoorlie Primary School?
The nearest schools to South Kalgoorlie Primary School are Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School (0.7 km), Eastern Goldfields Education Support Centre (0.7 km), Fairbridge College - Kalgoorlie Campus (1.0 km).
Where is South Kalgoorlie Primary School located?
South Kalgoorlie Primary School is located in Kalgoorlie, WA 6430. Visit the school website at https://southkalgoorlieps.wa.edu.au/.