Schools in Palmers Island NSW

There are 2 schools near Palmers Island — 1 government, 1 Catholic, and 0 independent. Average ICSEA score is 1009 (national average: 1000). Total enrolments: 238 students.

Total Schools
2
Avg ICSEA
1009
Above Average
Students
238
Government
1

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All Schools near Palmers Island

#1
Catholic Primary · K-6
1074
ICSEA
👨‍🎓 182 students
👩‍🏫 14 teachers
📊 13:1 ratio
📈 Top 23% nationally
🪃 5% Indigenous
🌏 5% LBOTE
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#2
Government Primary · K-6
944
ICSEA
👨‍🎓 56 students
👩‍🏫 6 teachers
📊 9:1 ratio
📈 Top 77% nationally
🪃 14% Indigenous
🌏 13% LBOTE
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Palmers Island NSW?

There are 2 schools near Palmers Island — 1 government (public), 1 Catholic, and 0 independent schools.

What is the average ICSEA score for schools in Palmers Island?

The average ICSEA score for schools near Palmers Island is 1009. The national average is 1000. ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the educational advantages students bring to their studies.

What is the best school in Palmers Island?

The highest-rated school near Palmers Island by ICSEA score is St James' Primary School with an ICSEA of 1074 and 182 students.

Data: Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) 2025. ICSEA = Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage. National average: 1000. Schools within ~5km of Palmers Island centroid shown.