SA · Independent Combined
Pulteney Grammar School
Adelaide 5000 · R-12
Pulteney Grammar School is an independent combined school in Adelaide, SA offering R-12. With an ICSEA score of 1170, it sits in the 98th percentile nationally and is well above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 839 enrolled students, with approximately 7 students per teacher. 28% of students have a language background other than English.
How Pulteney Grammar School compares
By ICSEA, Pulteney Grammar School ranks 5th of the 169 combined schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 22 combined schools within 5 km, it has the 3rd-highest ICSEA and the 9th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Gilles Street 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. Pulteney Grammar School scores 1170 — well above average.
Enrolment and location
Pulteney Grammar School is a Independent school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
About Adelaide
Pulteney Grammar School is located in Adelaide, SA — a suburb with a median household income of $1,365/wk and median rent of $400/wk. Population: 18,202.
View full Adelaide suburb profile →Schools near Pulteney Grammar School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Pulteney Grammar School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilles Street Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Adelaide | 0.2 km | 1107 | 63 lower | 275 |
| Muirden Senior CollegeIndependent Secondary · Adelaide | 0.3 km | 1079 | 91 lower | 91 |
| St Aloysius CollegeCatholic Combined · Adelaide | 0.7 km | 1081 | 89 lower | 1,091 |
| Annesley CollegeIndependent Primary · Wayville | 0.9 km | 1164 | 6 lower | 292 |
| Christian Brothers CollegeCatholic Combined · Adelaide | 0.9 km | 1074 | 96 lower | 990 |
| Specialised Assistance School For Youth (SASY)Independent Secondary · Adelaide | 1.1 km | 1026 | 144 lower | 205 |
| Sturt Street Community SchoolGovernment Primary · Adelaide | 1.2 km | 1114 | 56 lower | 162 |
| Christian Brothers College - Junior CampusCatholic Combined · Adelaide | 1.2 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Adelaide International SchoolIndependent Secondary · Adelaide | 1.4 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| University Senior College at Adelaide University - Gawler Place CampusIndependent Secondary · Gawler Place | 1.5 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pulteney Grammar School a government school?
No, Pulteney Grammar School is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Pulteney Grammar School offer?
Pulteney Grammar School offers R-12.
What is Pulteney Grammar School's ICSEA score?
Pulteney Grammar School has an ICSEA score of 1170, placing it in the 98th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Pulteney Grammar School?
Pulteney Grammar School has 839 enrolled students, with approximately 7 students per teacher.
What schools are near Pulteney Grammar School?
The nearest schools to Pulteney Grammar School are Gilles Street Primary School (0.2 km), Muirden Senior College (0.3 km), St Aloysius College (0.7 km).
Where is Pulteney Grammar School located?
Pulteney Grammar School is located in Adelaide, SA 5000. Visit the school website at http://www.pulteney.sa.edu.au.