SA · Government Combined
Port Augusta Special School
Port Augusta 5700 · U
Port Augusta Special School is a government combined school in Port Augusta, SA offering U. With an ICSEA score of 860, it sits in the 5th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 40 enrolled students, with approximately 6 students per teacher. 55% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 13% have a language background other than English.
How Port Augusta Special School compares
By ICSEA, Port Augusta Special School ranks 160th of the 169 combined schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 5 combined schools within 5 km, it has the 3rd-highest ICSEA and the 4th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Flinders View Primary School, a government primary school 0.2 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. Port Augusta Special School scores 860 — below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Port Augusta Special School, check catchment rules with the school or the SA education department.
About Port Augusta
Port Augusta Special School is located in Port Augusta, SA — a suburb with a median household income of $1,092/wk and median rent of $194/wk. Population: 6,437.
View full Port Augusta suburb profile →Schools near Port Augusta Special School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Port Augusta Special School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caritas CollegeCatholic Combined · Port Augusta West | 1.3 km | 995 | 135 higher | 541 |
| Port Augusta Secondary SchoolGovernment Secondary · Port Augusta | 2.8 km | 848 | 12 lower | 662 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Port Augusta Special School a government school?
Yes, Port Augusta Special School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Port Augusta Special School offer?
Port Augusta Special School offers U.
What is Port Augusta Special School's ICSEA score?
Port Augusta Special School has an ICSEA score of 860, placing it in the 5th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Port Augusta Special School?
Port Augusta Special School has 40 enrolled students, with approximately 6 students per teacher.
What schools are near Port Augusta Special School?
The nearest schools to Port Augusta Special School are Flinders View Primary School (0.2 km), Port Augusta West Primary School (1.1 km), Caritas College (1.3 km).
Where is Port Augusta Special School located?
Port Augusta Special School is located in Port Augusta, SA 5700. Visit the school website at http://www.ptaugsps.sa.edu.au.