SA · Government Primary
Gawler Primary School
Gawler 5118 · R-6
Gawler Primary School is a government primary school in Gawler, SA offering R-6. With an ICSEA score of 954, it sits in the 26th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 168 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 10% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 5% have a language background other than English.
How Gawler Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Gawler Primary School ranks 331st of the 436 primary schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 6 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 4th-highest ICSEA and the 5th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Immanuel Gawler, an independent primary school 1.1 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. Gawler Primary School scores 954 — near average.
Enrolment and location
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Schools near Gawler Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Gawler Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immanuel GawlerIndependent Primary · Gawler East | 1.1 km | 1038 | 84 higher | 353 |
| Gawler East Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Gawler East | 1.9 km | 987 | 33 higher | 374 |
| Xavier CollegeCatholic Secondary · Gawler Belt | 2.5 km | 1001 | 47 higher | 2,532 |
| Gawler and District College B-12Government Combined · Evanston | 2.5 km | 932 | 22 lower | 1,247 |
| Hewett Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Hewett | 2.6 km | 1006 | 52 higher | 400 |
| Xavier College - Evanston CampusCatholic Primary · Evanston | 2.7 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Evanston Gardens Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Evanston Gardens | 3.5 km | 943 | 11 lower | 263 |
| Trinity College SeniorIndependent Secondary · Evanston South | 4.0 km | 1025 | 71 higher | 669 |
| Trinity College NorthIndependent Combined · Evanston South | 4.1 km | 1040 | 86 higher | 914 |
| Trinity College SouthIndependent Combined · Evanston South | 4.2 km | 1039 | 85 higher | 957 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gawler Primary School a government school?
Yes, Gawler Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Gawler Primary School offer?
Gawler Primary School offers R-6.
What is Gawler Primary School's ICSEA score?
Gawler Primary School has an ICSEA score of 954, placing it in the 26th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Gawler Primary School?
Gawler Primary School has 168 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Gawler Primary School?
The nearest schools to Gawler Primary School are Immanuel Gawler (1.1 km), Gawler East Primary School (1.9 km), Xavier College (2.5 km).
Where is Gawler Primary School located?
Gawler Primary School is located in Gawler, SA 5118. Visit the school website at http://www.gawlerps.sa.edu.au/.