Gilston State School
Gilston State School is a government primary school in Gilston, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1026, it sits in the 58th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 484 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher. 5% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 9% have a language background other than English.
Gilston QLD 4211. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Gilston State School compares
By ICSEA, Gilston State School ranks 314th of the 1,127 primary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 4 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Worongary State School, a government primary school 3.6 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. Gilston State School scores 1026, near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Gilston State School, check catchment rules with the school or the QLD education department.
About Gilston
Gilston State School is located in Gilston, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $2,446/wk and median rent of $540/wk. Population: 2,669.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Gilston suburb profileSchools near Gilston State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Gilston State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worongary State SchoolGovernment Primary · Worongary | 3.6 km | 994 | 32 lower | 508 |
| William Duncan State SchoolGovernment Primary · Highland Park | 3.8 km | 975 | 51 lower | 580 |
| St Brigid's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Nerang | 4.4 km | 1036 | 10 higher | 338 |
| Silkwood SchoolIndependent Combined · Mount Nathan | 4.5 km | 1073 | 47 higher | 765 |
| Nerang State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Nerang | 4.6 km | 970 | 56 lower | 998 |
| Mudgeeraba State SchoolGovernment Primary · Mudgeeraba | 5.6 km | 1016 | 10 lower | 584 |
| Mudgeeraba Creek State SchoolGovernment Primary · Mudgeeraba | 6.3 km | 1041 | 15 higher | 613 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gilston State School a government school?
Yes, Gilston State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Gilston State School offer?
Gilston State School offers Prep-6.
What is Gilston State School's ICSEA score?
Gilston State School has an ICSEA score of 1026, placing it in the 58th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Gilston State School?
Gilston State School has 484 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher.
What schools are near Gilston State School?
The nearest schools to Gilston State School are Worongary State School (3.6 km), William Duncan State School (3.8 km), St Brigid's Catholic Primary School (4.4 km).
Where is Gilston State School located?
Gilston State School is located in Gilston, QLD 4211. Visit the school website at https://gilstonss.eq.edu.au.