Ipswich Central State School
Ipswich Central State School is a government primary school in Ipswich, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 980, it sits in the 38th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 529 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher. 15% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 13% have a language background other than English.
Ipswich QLD 4305. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Ipswich Central State School compares
By ICSEA, Ipswich Central State School ranks 558th of the 1,127 primary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 20 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 7th-highest ICSEA and the 7th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Ipswich Flexible School, a Catholic secondary school 0.7 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. Ipswich Central State School scores 980, near average.
Enrolment and location
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About Ipswich
Ipswich Central State School is located in Ipswich, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,134/wk and median rent of $250/wk. Population: 2,468.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Ipswich suburb profileSchools near Ipswich Central State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Ipswich Central State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ipswich Girls' Grammar SchoolIndependent Combined · East Ipswich | 0.9 km | 1122 | 142 higher | 1,047 |
| St Mary's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Woodend | 1.6 km | 1041 | 61 higher | 556 |
| Silkstone State SchoolGovernment Primary · Silkstone | 1.6 km | 937 | 43 lower | 675 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ipswich Central State School a government school?
Yes, Ipswich Central State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Ipswich Central State School offer?
Ipswich Central State School offers Prep-6.
What is Ipswich Central State School's ICSEA score?
Ipswich Central State School has an ICSEA score of 980, placing it in the 38th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Ipswich Central State School?
Ipswich Central State School has 529 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher.
What schools are near Ipswich Central State School?
The nearest schools to Ipswich Central State School are Ipswich Flexible School (0.7 km), Arethusa College - Ipswich Temporary Facility (0.7 km), Ipswich Special School (0.9 km).
Where is Ipswich Central State School located?
Ipswich Central State School is located in Ipswich, QLD 4305. Visit the school website at https://ipswichcentralss.eq.edu.au.