Waterfall Public School
Waterfall Public School is a government primary school in Waterfall, NSW offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 1031, it sits in the 60th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 17 enrolled students, with approximately 6 students per teacher. 24% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 33% have a language background other than English.
Waterfall NSW 2233. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Waterfall Public School compares
By ICSEA, Waterfall Public School ranks 837th of the 2,095 primary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. There is no other primary school within 5 km. The nearest school is Helensburgh Public School, a government primary school 5.2 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 against the national average
ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-educational background of a school's student community. The Australian average is 1,000. Waterfall Public School scores 1031, near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Waterfall Public School, check catchment rules with the school or the NSW education department.
About Waterfall
Waterfall Public School is located in Waterfall, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $2,232/wk and median rent of $515/wk. Population: 522.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Schools near Waterfall Public School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Waterfall Public School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helensburgh Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Helensburgh | 5.2 km | 1057 | 26 higher | 460 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Waterfall Public School a government school?
Yes, Waterfall Public School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Waterfall Public School offer?
Waterfall Public School offers K-6.
What is Waterfall Public School's ICSEA score?
Waterfall Public School has an ICSEA score of 1031, placing it in the 60th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Waterfall Public School?
Waterfall Public School has 17 enrolled students, with approximately 6 students per teacher.
What schools are near Waterfall Public School?
The nearest schools to Waterfall Public School are Helensburgh Public School (5.2 km), Holy Cross Catholic Primary School (5.5 km).
Where is Waterfall Public School located?
Waterfall Public School is located in Waterfall, NSW 2233. Visit the school website at https://waterfall-p.schools.nsw.gov.au.