Kempsey West Public School
Kempsey West Public School is a government primary school in West Kempsey, NSW offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 794, it sits in the 3rd percentile nationally and is well below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 422 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 57% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 3% have a language background other than English.
West Kempsey NSW 2440. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Kempsey West Public School compares
By ICSEA, Kempsey West Public School ranks 2,047th of the 2,095 primary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 6 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 4th-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is St Joseph's Primary School, a Catholic primary school 0.5 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. Kempsey West Public School scores 794, well below average.
Enrolment and location
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About West Kempsey
Kempsey West Public School is located in West Kempsey, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $925/wk and median rent of $290/wk. Population: 5,073.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
West Kempsey suburb profileSchools near Kempsey West Public School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Kempsey West Public School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · West Kempsey | 0.5 km | 991 | 197 higher | 332 |
| Kempsey High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Kempsey | 1.0 km | 848 | 54 higher | 584 |
| Melville High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Kempsey | 1.4 km | 849 | 55 higher | 355 |
| St Paul's CollegeCatholic Secondary · West Kempsey | 1.9 km | 999 | 205 higher | 641 |
| Kempsey Adventist SchoolIndependent Combined · Kempsey | 3.1 km | 953 | 159 higher | 458 |
| Aldavilla Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Yarravel | 4.6 km | 896 | 102 higher | 263 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kempsey West Public School a government school?
Yes, Kempsey West Public School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Kempsey West Public School offer?
Kempsey West Public School offers K-6.
What is Kempsey West Public School's ICSEA score?
Kempsey West Public School has an ICSEA score of 794, placing it in the 3rd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Kempsey West Public School?
Kempsey West Public School has 422 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Kempsey West Public School?
The nearest schools to Kempsey West Public School are St Joseph's Primary School (0.5 km), Kempsey High School (1.0 km), Melville High School (1.4 km).
Where is Kempsey West Public School located?
Kempsey West Public School is located in West Kempsey, NSW 2440. Visit the school website at https://kempseywst-p.schools.nsw.gov.au.