Merriwa Primary School
Merriwa Primary School is a government primary school in Merriwa, WA offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 952, it sits in the 26th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 362 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher. 10% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 20% have a language background other than English.
Merriwa WA 6030. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Merriwa Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Merriwa Primary School ranks 572nd of the 722 primary schools in WA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 14 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 12th-highest ICSEA and the 8th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Merriwa Education Support Centre, a government primary school 0.0 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. Merriwa Primary School scores 952, near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Merriwa Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the WA education department.
Schools near Merriwa Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Merriwa Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alkimos Baptist CollegeIndependent Combined · Merriwa | 0.9 km | 1038 | 86 higher | 368 |
| Quinns Baptist CollegeIndependent Combined · Mindarie | 1.0 km | 1061 | 109 higher | 1,101 |
| Peter Moyes Anglican Community SchoolIndependent Combined · Mindarie | 1.1 km | 1084 | 132 higher | 1,441 |
| Clarkson Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Clarkson | 1.1 km | 924 | 28 lower | 270 |
| Quinns Rocks Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Quinns Rocks | 1.1 km | 1014 | 62 higher | 358 |
| Mindarie Senior CollegeGovernment Secondary · Mindarie | 1.2 km | 1045 | 93 higher | 754 |
| Clarkson Community High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Clarkson | 1.5 km | 923 | 29 lower | 325 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Merriwa Primary School a government school?
Yes, Merriwa Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Merriwa Primary School offer?
Merriwa Primary School offers K-6.
What is Merriwa Primary School's ICSEA score?
Merriwa Primary School has an ICSEA score of 952, placing it in the 26th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Merriwa Primary School?
Merriwa Primary School has 362 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher.
What schools are near Merriwa Primary School?
The nearest schools to Merriwa Primary School are Merriwa Education Support Centre (0.0 km), Alta-1 College - Merriwa Campus (0.4 km), Alkimos Baptist College (0.9 km).
Where is Merriwa Primary School located?
Merriwa Primary School is located in Merriwa, WA 6030. Visit the school website at http://www.det.wa.edu.au/schoolsonline/overview.do?schoolID=5739.