St Xavier's Primary School
St Xavier's Primary School is a Catholic primary school in Gunnedah, NSW offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 996, it sits in the 45th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 366 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher. 19% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 3% have a language background other than English.
Gunnedah NSW 2380. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St Xavier's Primary School compares
By ICSEA, St Xavier's Primary School ranks 1,103rd of the 2,095 primary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 3 primary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Gunnedah Public School, a government primary school 0.2 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 Xavier's Primary School scores 996, near average.
Enrolment and location
St Xavier'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 Gunnedah
St Xavier's Primary School is located in Gunnedah, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $1,564/wk and median rent of $300/wk. Population: 10,359.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Gunnedah suburb profileSchools near St Xavier's Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Xavier's Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's CollegeCatholic Secondary · Gunnedah | 0.4 km | 976 | 20 lower | 411 |
| Carinya Christian School GunnedahIndependent Combined · Gunnedah | 0.4 km | 965 | 31 lower | 231 |
| Gunnedah High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Gunnedah | 1.1 km | 820 | 176 lower | 438 |
| Gunnedah South Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Gunnedah | 1.8 km | 902 | 94 lower | 533 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Xavier's Primary School a government school?
No, St Xavier's Primary School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Xavier's Primary School offer?
St Xavier's Primary School offers K-6.
What is St Xavier's Primary School's ICSEA score?
St Xavier's Primary School has an ICSEA score of 996, placing it in the 45th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Xavier's Primary School?
St Xavier's Primary School has 366 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Xavier's Primary School?
The nearest schools to St Xavier's Primary School are Gunnedah Public School (0.2 km), St Mary's College (0.4 km), Carinya Christian School Gunnedah (0.4 km).
Where is St Xavier's Primary School located?
St Xavier's Primary School is located in Gunnedah, NSW 2380. Visit the school website at https://stxaviersgunnedah.catholic.edu.au/.