Burke Ward Public School
Burke Ward Public School is a government primary school in Broken Hill, NSW offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 858, it sits in the 5th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 200 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher. 37% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 7% have a language background other than English.
Broken Hill NSW 2880. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Burke Ward Public School compares
By ICSEA, Burke Ward Public School ranks 1,967th of the 2,095 primary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 8 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 8th-highest ICSEA and the 4th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Railway Town Public School, a government primary school 1.1 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. Burke Ward Public School scores 858, below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Burke Ward Public School, check catchment rules with the school or the NSW education department.
About Broken Hill
Burke Ward Public School is located in Broken Hill, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $1,176/wk and median rent of $220/wk. Population: 17,706.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Broken Hill suburb profileSchools near Burke Ward Public School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Burke Ward Public School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broken Hill High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Broken Hill | 1.5 km | 892 | 34 higher | 411 |
| Morgan Street Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Broken Hill | 2.8 km | 960 | 102 higher | 290 |
| Alma Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Broken Hill | 3.2 km | 875 | 17 higher | 255 |
| Broken Hill North Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Broken Hill | 3.4 km | 864 | 6 higher | 206 |
| Willyama High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Broken Hill | 4.0 km | 903 | 45 higher | 570 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burke Ward Public School a government school?
Yes, Burke Ward Public School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Burke Ward Public School offer?
Burke Ward Public School offers K-6.
What is Burke Ward Public School's ICSEA score?
Burke Ward Public School has an ICSEA score of 858, placing it in the 5th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Burke Ward Public School?
Burke Ward Public School has 200 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher.
What schools are near Burke Ward Public School?
The nearest schools to Burke Ward Public School are Railway Town Public School (1.1 km), Broken Hill High School (1.5 km), Broken Hill Public School (1.5 km).
Where is Burke Ward Public School located?
Burke Ward Public School is located in Broken Hill, NSW 2880. Visit the school website at https://burkeward-p.schools.nsw.gov.au.