St Joseph's Primary School
St Joseph's Primary School is a Catholic primary school in West Kempsey, NSW offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 991, it sits in the 42nd percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 332 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 16% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 12% 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 St Joseph's Primary School compares
By ICSEA, St Joseph's Primary School ranks 1,162nd 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 highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Kempsey West Public School, a government 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. St Joseph's Primary School scores 991, near average.
Enrolment and location
St Joseph's 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.
About West Kempsey
St Joseph's Primary 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 St Joseph's Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Joseph's Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kempsey West Public SchoolGovernment Primary · West Kempsey | 0.5 km | 794 | 197 lower | 422 |
| Kempsey High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Kempsey | 0.9 km | 848 | 143 lower | 584 |
| St Paul's CollegeCatholic Secondary · West Kempsey | 1.8 km | 999 | 8 higher | 641 |
| Melville High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Kempsey | 1.8 km | 849 | 142 lower | 355 |
| Kempsey Adventist SchoolIndependent Combined · Kempsey | 3.2 km | 953 | 38 lower | 458 |
| Aldavilla Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Yarravel | 4.8 km | 896 | 95 lower | 263 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Joseph's Primary School a government school?
No, St Joseph's Primary School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Joseph's Primary School offer?
St Joseph's Primary School offers K-6.
What is St Joseph's Primary School's ICSEA score?
St Joseph's Primary School has an ICSEA score of 991, placing it in the 42nd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Joseph's Primary School?
St Joseph's Primary School has 332 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Joseph's Primary School?
The nearest schools to St Joseph's Primary School are Kempsey West Public School (0.5 km), Kempsey High School (0.9 km), Kempsey East Public School (1.7 km).
Where is St Joseph's Primary School located?
St Joseph's Primary School is located in West Kempsey, NSW 2440. Visit the school website at https://www.kmpplism.catholic.edu.au/.