SA · Government Combined
Kaurna Plains School
Elizabeth 5112 · U, R-12
Kaurna Plains School is a government combined school in Elizabeth, SA offering U, R-12. With an ICSEA score of 699, it sits in the 1st percentile nationally and is well below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 162 enrolled students, with approximately 7 students per teacher. 98% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 85% have a language background other than English.
How Kaurna Plains School compares
By ICSEA, Kaurna Plains School ranks 168th 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 4th-highest ICSEA and the 4th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Playford International College, a government secondary 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. Kaurna Plains School scores 699 — well below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Kaurna Plains School, check catchment rules with the school or the SA education department.
About Elizabeth
Kaurna Plains School is located in Elizabeth, SA — a suburb with a median household income of $902/wk and median rent of $230/wk. Population: 1,033.
View full Elizabeth suburb profile →Schools near Kaurna Plains School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Kaurna Plains School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Playford International CollegeGovernment Secondary · Elizabeth | 0.2 km | 881 | 182 higher | 1,322 |
| Indie School ElizabethIndependent Secondary · Elizabeth | 0.4 km | 946 | 247 higher | 322 |
| Elizabeth Grove Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Elizabeth Grove | 0.9 km | 902 | 203 higher | 249 |
| Elizabeth East Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Elizabeth East | 1.2 km | 875 | 176 higher | 200 |
| Pinnacle CollegeIndependent Combined · Elizabeth East | 1.3 km | 1049 | 350 higher | 993 |
| Northern Adelaide Senior CollegeGovernment Secondary · Elizabeth | 1.5 km | 978 | 279 higher | 431 |
| St Patrick's Technical CollegeCatholic Secondary · Edinburgh North | 1.6 km | 998 | 299 higher | 260 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kaurna Plains School a government school?
Yes, Kaurna Plains School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Kaurna Plains School offer?
Kaurna Plains School offers U, R-12.
What is Kaurna Plains School's ICSEA score?
Kaurna Plains School has an ICSEA score of 699, placing it in the 1st percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Kaurna Plains School?
Kaurna Plains School has 162 enrolled students, with approximately 7 students per teacher.
What schools are near Kaurna Plains School?
The nearest schools to Kaurna Plains School are Playford International College (0.2 km), Indie School Elizabeth (0.4 km), Elizabeth South Primary School (0.6 km).
Where is Kaurna Plains School located?
Kaurna Plains School is located in Elizabeth, SA 5112. Visit the school website at http://www.kaurnaas.sa.edu.au.