Hillvue Public School
Hillvue Public School is a government primary school in Tamworth, NSW offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 761, it sits in the 2nd percentile nationally and is well below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 449 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 70% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 5% have a language background other than English.
Tamworth NSW 2340. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Hillvue Public School compares
By ICSEA, Hillvue Public School ranks 2,069th of the 2,095 primary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 10 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 9th-highest ICSEA and the 5th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is St Edward's Primary School, Robert Street campus, a Catholic primary school 1.4 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. Hillvue Public School scores 761, well below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Hillvue Public School, check catchment rules with the school or the NSW education department.
About Tamworth
Hillvue Public School is located in Tamworth, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $697/wk and median rent of $248/wk. Population: 189.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Schools near Hillvue Public School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Hillvue Public School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edward's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · South Tamworth | 1.4 km | 956 | 195 higher | 525 |
| Tamworth South Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Tamworth | 1.5 km | 828 | 67 higher | 477 |
| Peel High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Tamworth | 1.8 km | 831 | 70 higher | 629 |
| Tamworth High SchoolGovernment Secondary · South Tamworth | 1.8 km | 860 | 99 higher | 663 |
| Tamworth West Public SchoolGovernment Primary · West Tamworth | 3.2 km | 908 | 147 higher | 370 |
| Westdale Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Westdale | 3.4 km | 870 | 109 higher | 370 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hillvue Public School a government school?
Yes, Hillvue Public School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Hillvue Public School offer?
Hillvue Public School offers K-6.
What is Hillvue Public School's ICSEA score?
Hillvue Public School has an ICSEA score of 761, placing it in the 2nd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Hillvue Public School?
Hillvue Public School has 449 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Hillvue Public School?
The nearest schools to Hillvue Public School are St Edward's Primary School, Robert Street campus (1.4 km), St Edward's Primary School (1.4 km), Tamworth South Public School (1.5 km).
Where is Hillvue Public School located?
Hillvue Public School is located in Tamworth, NSW 2340. Visit the school website at https://hillvue-p.schools.nsw.gov.au.