Camberwell Primary School
Camberwell Primary School is a government primary school in Camberwell, VIC offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1194, it sits in the 99th percentile nationally and is well above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 552 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 68% of students have a language background other than English.
Camberwell VIC 3124. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Camberwell Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Camberwell Primary School ranks 4th of the 1,567 primary schools in VIC that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 42 primary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 7th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is SEDA College (Victoria), an independent secondary school 0.3 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. Camberwell Primary School scores 1194, well above average.
School zone
Camberwell Primary School's school zone below comes from the Victorian Department of Education's 2025 school zone data. Victorian students have a right to enrol at their designated neighbourhood government school, which is set by the zone their permanent address falls in. Zones are reviewed every year, so confirm the current boundary on Find My School before enrolling.
Schools near Camberwell Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Camberwell Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEDA College (Victoria)Independent Secondary · Camberwell | 0.3 km | 1036 | 158 lower | 721 |
| Camberwell High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Canterbury | 1.4 km | 1119 | 75 lower | 824 |
| Auburn South Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Hawthorn East | 1.4 km | 1165 | 29 lower | 549 |
| Auburn High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Hawthorn East | 1.4 km | 1140 | 54 lower | 849 |
| Auburn Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Hawthorn East | 1.6 km | 1162 | 32 lower | 381 |
| Bialik CollegeIndependent Combined · Hawthorn | 1.6 km | 1164 | 30 lower | 987 |
| Camberwell Girls Grammar SchoolIndependent Combined · Canterbury | 1.7 km | 1180 | 14 lower | 777 |
| Camberwell South Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Glen Iris | 1.7 km | 1183 | 11 lower | 423 |
| Canterbury Girls Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Canterbury | 1.8 km | 1141 | 53 lower | 775 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Camberwell Primary School a government school?
Yes, Camberwell Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Camberwell Primary School offer?
Camberwell Primary School offers Prep-6.
What is Camberwell Primary School's ICSEA score?
Camberwell Primary School has an ICSEA score of 1194, placing it in the 99th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Camberwell Primary School?
Camberwell Primary School has 552 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Camberwell Primary School?
The nearest schools to Camberwell Primary School are SEDA College (Victoria) (0.3 km), Camberwell High School (1.4 km), Auburn South Primary School (1.4 km).
Where is Camberwell Primary School located?
Camberwell Primary School is located in Camberwell, VIC 3124. Visit the school website at http://www.camberwellps.vic.edu.au.