Palmwoods State School
Palmwoods State School is a government primary school in Palmwoods, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1030, it sits in the 60th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 485 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 6% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 9% have a language background other than English.
Palmwoods QLD 4555. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Palmwoods State School compares
By ICSEA, Palmwoods State School ranks 295th of the 1,127 primary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 3 primary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Eudlo State School, a government primary school 3.9 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. Palmwoods State School scores 1030, near average.
Enrolment and location
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Schools near Palmwoods State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Palmwoods State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woombye State SchoolGovernment Primary · Woombye | 3.9 km | 1014 | 16 lower | 423 |
| Suncoast Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Woombye | 4.3 km | 1084 | 54 higher | 1,136 |
| Nambour Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Woombye | 5.6 km | 1083 | 53 higher | 1,309 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Palmwoods State School a government school?
Yes, Palmwoods State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Palmwoods State School offer?
Palmwoods State School offers Prep-6.
What is Palmwoods State School's ICSEA score?
Palmwoods State School has an ICSEA score of 1030, placing it in the 60th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Palmwoods State School?
Palmwoods State School has 485 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Palmwoods State School?
The nearest schools to Palmwoods State School are Eudlo State School (3.9 km), Woombye State School (3.9 km), Suncoast Christian College (4.3 km).
Where is Palmwoods State School located?
Palmwoods State School is located in Palmwoods, QLD 4555. Visit the school website at https://palmwoodsss.eq.edu.au.