Tambrey Primary School
Tambrey Primary School is a government primary school in Karratha, WA offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 930, it sits in the 18th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 683 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher. 31% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 23% have a language background other than English.
Karratha WA 6714. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Tambrey Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Tambrey Primary School ranks 612th 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 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Baynton West Primary School, a government primary school 1.3 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 against the national average
ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-educational background of a school's student community. The Australian average is 1,000. Tambrey Primary School scores 930, below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Tambrey Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the WA education department.
About Karratha
Tambrey Primary School is located in Karratha, WA, a suburb with a median household income of $1,583/wk and median rent of $280/wk. Population: 98.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Schools near Tambrey Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Tambrey Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baynton West Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Baynton | 1.3 km | 992 | 62 higher | 830 |
| Millars Well Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Karratha | 1.7 km | 925 | 5 lower | 301 |
| St Luke's CollegeCatholic Secondary · Karratha | 1.9 km | 1010 | 80 higher | 594 |
| Karratha Senior High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Karratha | 2.6 km | 918 | 12 lower | 1,253 |
| Pegs Creek Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Karratha | 3.2 km | 899 | 31 lower | 234 |
| St Paul's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Karratha | 5.2 km | 1019 | 89 higher | 339 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tambrey Primary School a government school?
Yes, Tambrey Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Tambrey Primary School offer?
Tambrey Primary School offers K-6.
What is Tambrey Primary School's ICSEA score?
Tambrey Primary School has an ICSEA score of 930, placing it in the 18th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Tambrey Primary School?
Tambrey Primary School has 683 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher.
What schools are near Tambrey Primary School?
The nearest schools to Tambrey Primary School are Baynton West Primary School (1.3 km), Millars Well Primary School (1.7 km), St Luke's College (1.9 km).
Where is Tambrey Primary School located?
Tambrey Primary School is located in Karratha, WA 6714. Visit the school website at http://www.det.wa.edu.au/schoolsonline/overview.do?schoolID=5690.