St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School
St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School is a Catholic primary school in Smithfield, NSW offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 992, it sits in the 43rd percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 632 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 95% have a language background other than English.
Smithfield NSW 2164. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School compares
By ICSEA, St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School ranks 1,144th of the 2,095 primary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 37 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 12th-highest ICSEA and the 9th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Aspect Western Sydney School, Smithfield, an independent primary school 0.4 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. St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School scores 992, near average.
Enrolment and location
St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School is a Catholic school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
Schools near St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithfield Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Smithfield | 0.4 km | 948 | 44 lower | 517 |
| Smithfield West Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Wetherill Park | 1.9 km | 900 | 92 lower | 300 |
| Fairfield West Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Fairfield West | 1.9 km | 914 | 78 lower | 545 |
| Fairfield Heights Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Fairfield | 1.9 km | 893 | 99 lower | 642 |
| Fairfield Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Fairfield | 2.1 km | 901 | 91 lower | 386 |
| Fairfield High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Fairfield | 2.2 km | 878 | 114 lower | 1,123 |
| Fairvale High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Fairfield West | 2.3 km | 912 | 80 lower | 1,320 |
| Westfields Sports High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Fairfield West | 2.3 km | 967 | 25 lower | 1,538 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School a government school?
No, St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School offer?
St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School offers K-6.
What is St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School's ICSEA score?
St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School has an ICSEA score of 992, placing it in the 43rd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School?
St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School has 632 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School?
The nearest schools to St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School are Aspect Western Sydney School, Smithfield (0.4 km), Smithfield Public School (0.4 km), Smithfield West Public School (1.9 km).
Where is St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School located?
St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School is located in Smithfield, NSW 2164. Visit the school website at https://stgsmithfield.syd.catholic.edu.au.