Kalkie State School
Kalkie State School is a government primary school in Kalkie, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 972, it sits in the 34th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 322 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 12% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 7% have a language background other than English.
Kalkie QLD 4670. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Kalkie State School compares
By ICSEA, Kalkie State School ranks 592nd of the 1,127 primary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 6 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 3rd-highest ICSEA and the 4th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is St Luke's Anglican School, an independent combined school 1.3 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. Kalkie State School scores 972, near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Kalkie State School, check catchment rules with the school or the QLD education department.
About Kalkie
Kalkie State School is located in Kalkie, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,599/wk and median rent of $310/wk. Population: 2,968.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Kalkie suburb profileSchools near Kalkie State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Kalkie State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Luke's Anglican SchoolIndependent Combined · Kalkie | 1.3 km | 1089 | 117 higher | 1,090 |
| Bundaberg Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Bundaberg | 2.6 km | 1039 | 67 higher | 845 |
| Bundaberg East State SchoolGovernment Primary · Bundaberg East | 3.1 km | 922 | 50 lower | 295 |
| Woongarra State SchoolGovernment Primary · Woongarra | 3.8 km | 969 | 3 lower | 346 |
| Kepnock State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Kepnock | 3.9 km | 927 | 45 lower | 1,074 |
| St John's Lutheran Primary SchoolIndependent Primary · Bundaberg | 4.4 km | 1024 | 52 higher | 333 |
| Bargara State SchoolGovernment Primary · Mon Repos | 5.0 km | 992 | 20 higher | 385 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kalkie State School a government school?
Yes, Kalkie State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Kalkie State School offer?
Kalkie State School offers Prep-6.
What is Kalkie State School's ICSEA score?
Kalkie State School has an ICSEA score of 972, placing it in the 34th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Kalkie State School?
Kalkie State School has 322 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Kalkie State School?
The nearest schools to Kalkie State School are St Luke's Anglican School (1.3 km), Impact Community ACADEMY (2.4 km), Bundaberg Christian College (2.6 km).
Where is Kalkie State School located?
Kalkie State School is located in Kalkie, QLD 4670. Visit the school website at https://kalkiess.eq.edu.au.