Waterford State School
Waterford State School is a government primary school in Waterford, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 955, it sits in the 27th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 532 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 12% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 23% have a language background other than English.
Waterford QLD 4133. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Waterford State School compares
By ICSEA, Waterford State School ranks 701st of the 1,127 primary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 7 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 5th-highest ICSEA and the 5th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Bethania Lutheran Primary School, an independent primary school 1.2 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. Waterford State School scores 955, near average.
Enrolment and location
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Schools near Waterford State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Waterford State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethania Lutheran Primary SchoolIndependent Primary · Bethania | 1.2 km | 1043 | 88 higher | 353 |
| Waterford West State SchoolGovernment Primary · Waterford West | 1.4 km | 918 | 37 lower | 755 |
| Canterbury CollegeIndependent Combined · Waterford | 1.4 km | 1076 | 121 higher | 1,502 |
| Loganlea State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Loganlea | 2.5 km | 930 | 25 lower | 928 |
| Edens Landing State SchoolGovernment Primary · Edens Landing | 2.6 km | 968 | 13 higher | 776 |
| Ohana CollegeIndependent Secondary · Meadowbrook | 3.6 km | 964 | 9 higher | 237 |
| Marsden State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Waterford West | 3.6 km | 943 | 12 lower | 3,857 |
| Loganholme State SchoolGovernment Primary · Loganholme | 3.7 km | 967 | 12 higher | 507 |
| Logan Reserve State SchoolGovernment Primary · Logan Reserve | 3.7 km | 970 | 15 higher | 660 |
| Marsden State SchoolGovernment Primary · Marsden | 4.3 km | 929 | 26 lower | 1,411 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Waterford State School a government school?
Yes, Waterford State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Waterford State School offer?
Waterford State School offers Prep-6.
What is Waterford State School's ICSEA score?
Waterford State School has an ICSEA score of 955, placing it in the 27th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Waterford State School?
Waterford State School has 532 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Waterford State School?
The nearest schools to Waterford State School are Bethania Lutheran Primary School (1.2 km), Waterford West State School (1.4 km), Canterbury College (1.4 km).
Where is Waterford State School located?
Waterford State School is located in Waterford, QLD 4133. Visit the school website at https://waterfordss.eq.edu.au.