WA · Government Primary
Waddington Primary School
Koondoola 6064 · K-6
Waddington Primary School is a government primary school in Koondoola, WA offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 834, it sits in the 4th percentile nationally and is well below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 82 enrolled students, with approximately 7 students per teacher. 33% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 68% have a language background other than English.
How Waddington Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Waddington Primary School ranks 700th of the 722 primary schools in WA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 34 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 32nd-highest ICSEA and the 31st-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Koondoola Primary School, a government primary school 0.8 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. Waddington Primary School scores 834 — well below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Waddington Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the WA education department.
About Koondoola
Waddington Primary School is located in Koondoola, WA — a suburb with a median household income of $1,185/wk and median rent of $285/wk. Population: 3,919.
View full Koondoola suburb profile →Schools near Waddington Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Waddington Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Koondoola Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Koondoola | 0.8 km | 871 | 37 higher | 279 |
| Burbridge SchoolGovernment Combined · Koondoola | 0.9 km | 987 | 153 higher | 64 |
| Alta-1 College - Malaga CampusIndependent Secondary · Malaga | 1.1 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Mercy CollegeCatholic Combined · Koondoola | 1.1 km | 988 | 154 higher | 1,574 |
| Dryandra Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Mirrabooka | 1.3 km | 883 | 49 higher | 176 |
| Alta-1 College - Malaga Campus (Action Road)Independent Secondary · Malaga | 1.3 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Roseworth Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Girrawheen | 1.5 km | 899 | 65 higher | 299 |
| Roseworth Education Support CentreGovernment Primary · Girrawheen | 1.5 km | 959 | 125 higher | 70 |
| Al-Ameen College - Malaga CampusIndependent Combined · Malaga | 1.6 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Alinjarra Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Alexander Heights | 1.6 km | 977 | 143 higher | 339 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Waddington Primary School a government school?
Yes, Waddington Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Waddington Primary School offer?
Waddington Primary School offers K-6.
What is Waddington Primary School's ICSEA score?
Waddington Primary School has an ICSEA score of 834, placing it in the 4th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Waddington Primary School?
Waddington Primary School has 82 enrolled students, with approximately 7 students per teacher.
What schools are near Waddington Primary School?
The nearest schools to Waddington Primary School are Koondoola Primary School (0.8 km), Burbridge School (0.9 km), Alta-1 College - Malaga Campus (1.1 km).
Where is Waddington Primary School located?
Waddington Primary School is located in Koondoola, WA 6064. Visit the school website at http://waddingtonps.wa.edu.au/.