Taree West Public School
Taree West Public School is a government primary school in Taree, NSW offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 910, it sits in the 13th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 409 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher. 32% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 13% have a language background other than English.
Taree NSW 2430. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Taree West Public School compares
By ICSEA, Taree West Public School ranks 1,789th of the 2,095 primary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 7 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 4th-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Taree Public School, a government primary school 1.7 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. Taree West Public School scores 910, below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Taree West Public School, check catchment rules with the school or the NSW education department.
About Taree
Taree West Public School is located in Taree, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $968/wk and median rent of $289/wk. Population: 16,715.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Taree suburb profileSchools near Taree West Public School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Taree West Public School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taree High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Taree | 1.8 km | 918 | 8 higher | 623 |
| Manning Gardens Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Taree | 2.2 km | 724 | 186 lower | 207 |
| MidCoast Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Taree | 3.0 km | 1015 | 105 higher | 787 |
| St Clare's High SchoolCatholic Secondary · Taree | 3.5 km | 1012 | 102 higher | 630 |
| Chatham Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Taree | 3.7 km | 837 | 73 lower | 222 |
| Chatham High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Taree | 3.7 km | 814 | 96 lower | 493 |
| St Joseph's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Taree | 3.8 km | 952 | 42 higher | 271 |
| Tinonee Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Tinonee | 4.0 km | 948 | 38 higher | 158 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Taree West Public School a government school?
Yes, Taree West Public School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Taree West Public School offer?
Taree West Public School offers K-6.
What is Taree West Public School's ICSEA score?
Taree West Public School has an ICSEA score of 910, placing it in the 13th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Taree West Public School?
Taree West Public School has 409 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher.
What schools are near Taree West Public School?
The nearest schools to Taree West Public School are Taree Public School (1.7 km), Taree High School (1.8 km), Manning Gardens Public School (2.2 km).
Where is Taree West Public School located?
Taree West Public School is located in Taree, NSW 2430. Visit the school website at https://tareewest-p.schools.nsw.gov.au.