Carinya Christian School Gunnedah
Carinya Christian School Gunnedah is an independent combined school in Gunnedah, NSW offering K-10. With an ICSEA score of 965, it sits in the 31st percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 231 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 24% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 19% 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 Carinya Christian School Gunnedah compares
By ICSEA, Carinya Christian School Gunnedah ranks 320th of the 441 combined schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 2 combined schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 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. Carinya Christian School Gunnedah scores 965, near average.
Enrolment and location
Carinya Christian School Gunnedah is a Independent school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
About Gunnedah
Carinya Christian School Gunnedah 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 Carinya Christian School Gunnedah
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Carinya Christian School Gunnedah | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Xavier's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Gunnedah | 0.4 km | 996 | 31 higher | 366 |
| St Mary's CollegeCatholic Secondary · Gunnedah | 0.5 km | 976 | 11 higher | 411 |
| Gunnedah High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Gunnedah | 0.7 km | 820 | 145 lower | 438 |
| Gunnedah South Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Gunnedah | 1.5 km | 902 | 63 lower | 533 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carinya Christian School Gunnedah a government school?
No, Carinya Christian School Gunnedah is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Carinya Christian School Gunnedah offer?
Carinya Christian School Gunnedah offers K-10.
What is Carinya Christian School Gunnedah's ICSEA score?
Carinya Christian School Gunnedah has an ICSEA score of 965, placing it in the 31st percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Carinya Christian School Gunnedah?
Carinya Christian School Gunnedah has 231 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Carinya Christian School Gunnedah?
The nearest schools to Carinya Christian School Gunnedah are Gunnedah Public School (0.2 km), St Xavier's Primary School (0.4 km), St Mary's College (0.5 km).
Where is Carinya Christian School Gunnedah located?
Carinya Christian School Gunnedah is located in Gunnedah, NSW 2380. Visit the school website at http://www.carinya.nsw.edu.au.