St Helens State School
St Helens State School is a government primary school in St Helens, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 951, it sits in the 25th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 305 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 11% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 4% have a language background other than English.
St Helens QLD 4650. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St Helens State School compares
By ICSEA, St Helens State School ranks 724th 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 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is OneSchool Global QLD - Maryborough, an independent combined school 0.8 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. St Helens State School scores 951, near average.
Enrolment and location
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Schools near St Helens State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Helens State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldridge State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Maryborough | 2.7 km | 932 | 19 lower | 581 |
| Maryborough West State SchoolGovernment Primary · Maryborough | 2.8 km | 918 | 33 lower | 269 |
| St Mary's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Maryborough | 3.5 km | 1005 | 54 higher | 359 |
| Maryborough State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Maryborough | 3.7 km | 952 | 1 higher | 1,214 |
| Granville State SchoolGovernment Primary · Granville | 4.0 km | 902 | 49 lower | 212 |
| Sunbury State SchoolGovernment Primary · Maryborough | 4.1 km | 900 | 51 lower | 210 |
| St Mary's CollegeCatholic Secondary · Maryborough | 4.7 km | 1010 | 59 higher | 313 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Helens State School a government school?
Yes, St Helens State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does St Helens State School offer?
St Helens State School offers Prep-6.
What is St Helens State School's ICSEA score?
St Helens State School has an ICSEA score of 951, placing it in the 25th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Helens State School?
St Helens State School has 305 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Helens State School?
The nearest schools to St Helens State School are OneSchool Global QLD - Maryborough (0.8 km), Maryborough Special School (2.2 km), Aldridge State High School (2.7 km).
Where is St Helens State School located?
St Helens State School is located in St Helens, QLD 4650. Visit the school website at https://sthelensss.eq.edu.au.