WA · Catholic Primary
St Joseph's Primary School
Bunbury 6230 · PP-6
St Joseph's Primary School is a Catholic primary school in Bunbury, WA offering PP-6. With an ICSEA score of 1041, it sits in the 65th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 418 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher. 5% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 28% have a language background other than English.
How St Joseph's Primary School compares
By ICSEA, St Joseph's Primary School ranks 251st 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 3rd-highest ICSEA and the 4th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Maidens Park 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. St Joseph's Primary School scores 1041 — near average.
Enrolment and location
St Joseph's Primary School is a Catholic school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
Schools near St Joseph's Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Joseph's Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maidens Park Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Bunbury | 0.8 km | 823 | 218 lower | 178 |
| SEDA College WA (Withers Rotary Av.)Independent Secondary · Withers | 1.0 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Newton Moore Senior High SchoolGovernment Secondary · South Bunbury | 1.6 km | 903 | 138 lower | 485 |
| Newton Moore Education Support CentreGovernment Secondary · Bunbury | 1.6 km | 995 | 46 lower | 80 |
| Adam Road Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · South Bunbury | 1.7 km | 933 | 108 lower | 418 |
| Tuart Forest Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Dalyellup | 2.0 km | 967 | 74 lower | 459 |
| Manea Senior CollegeGovernment Secondary · Bunbury | 2.1 km | 1033 | 8 lower | 547 |
| College Row SchoolGovernment Combined · South Bunbury | 2.3 km | 965 | 76 lower | 46 |
| Bunbury Baptist CollegeIndependent Combined · Dalyellup | 2.9 km | 1013 | 28 lower | 792 |
| SEDA College WA (Withers McKenna Plc.)Independent Secondary · Withers | 3.0 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Joseph's Primary School a government school?
No, St Joseph's Primary School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Joseph's Primary School offer?
St Joseph's Primary School offers PP-6.
What is St Joseph's Primary School's ICSEA score?
St Joseph's Primary School has an ICSEA score of 1041, placing it in the 65th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Joseph's Primary School?
St Joseph's Primary School has 418 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Joseph's Primary School?
The nearest schools to St Joseph's Primary School are Maidens Park Primary School (0.8 km), SEDA College WA (Withers Rotary Av.) (1.0 km), Newton Moore Senior High School (1.6 km).
Where is St Joseph's Primary School located?
St Joseph's Primary School is located in Bunbury, WA 6230. Visit the school website at http://www.stjosephsby.wa.edu.au.