Tolga State School
Tolga State School is a government primary school in Tolga, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 981, it sits in the 38th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 269 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 12% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 4% have a language background other than English.
Tolga QLD 4882. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Tolga State School compares
By ICSEA, Tolga State School ranks 554th 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 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Atherton State High School, a government secondary school 4.2 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. Tolga State School scores 981, near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Tolga State School, check catchment rules with the school or the QLD education department.
About Tolga
Tolga State School is located in Tolga, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,479/wk and median rent of $300/wk. Population: 3,177.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Tolga suburb profileSchools near Tolga State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Tolga State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atherton State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Atherton | 4.2 km | 963 | 18 lower | 781 |
| Atherton State SchoolGovernment Primary · Atherton | 4.3 km | 903 | 78 lower | 331 |
| St Joseph's SchoolCatholic Primary · Atherton | 4.7 km | 1022 | 41 higher | 287 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tolga State School a government school?
Yes, Tolga State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Tolga State School offer?
Tolga State School offers Prep-6.
What is Tolga State School's ICSEA score?
Tolga State School has an ICSEA score of 981, placing it in the 38th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Tolga State School?
Tolga State School has 269 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Tolga State School?
The nearest schools to Tolga State School are Atherton State High School (4.2 km), Atherton State School (4.3 km), St Joseph's School (4.7 km).
Where is Tolga State School located?
Tolga State School is located in Tolga, QLD 4882. Visit the school website at https://tolgass.eq.edu.au.