SA · Government Primary
Goolwa Primary School
Goolwa 5214 · R-6
Goolwa Primary School is a government primary school in Goolwa, SA offering R-6. With an ICSEA score of 972, it sits in the 34th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 281 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 6% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 6% have a language background other than English.
How Goolwa Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Goolwa Primary School ranks 298th of the 436 primary schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. There is no other primary school within 5 km. The nearest school is Goolwa Secondary College, a government secondary 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. Goolwa Primary School scores 972 — near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Goolwa Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the SA education department.
About Goolwa
Goolwa Primary School is located in Goolwa, SA — a suburb with a median household income of $790/wk and median rent of $250/wk. Population: 2,558.
View full Goolwa suburb profile →Schools near Goolwa Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Goolwa Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goolwa Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Goolwa | 0.8 km | 957 | 15 lower | 285 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Goolwa Primary School a government school?
Yes, Goolwa Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Goolwa Primary School offer?
Goolwa Primary School offers R-6.
What is Goolwa Primary School's ICSEA score?
Goolwa Primary School has an ICSEA score of 972, placing it in the 34th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Goolwa Primary School?
Goolwa Primary School has 281 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Goolwa Primary School?
The nearest schools to Goolwa Primary School are Goolwa Secondary College (0.8 km).
Where is Goolwa Primary School located?
Goolwa Primary School is located in Goolwa, SA 5214. Visit the school website at http://www.goolwaps.sa.edu.au.