Atherton State School
Atherton State School is a government primary school in Atherton, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 903, it sits in the 11th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 331 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 38% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 12% have a language background other than English.
Atherton QLD 4883. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Atherton State School compares
By ICSEA, Atherton State School ranks 954th 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 3rd-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is St Joseph's School, a Catholic primary school 0.5 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. Atherton State School scores 903, below average.
Enrolment and location
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About Atherton
Atherton State School is located in Atherton, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,099/wk and median rent of $280/wk. Population: 7,724.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Atherton suburb profileSchools near Atherton State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Atherton State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's SchoolCatholic Primary · Atherton | 0.5 km | 1022 | 119 higher | 287 |
| Atherton State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Atherton | 0.6 km | 963 | 60 higher | 781 |
| Jubilee Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Atherton | 1.4 km | 1017 | 114 higher | 850 |
| Tolga State SchoolGovernment Primary · Tolga | 4.3 km | 981 | 78 higher | 269 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Atherton State School a government school?
Yes, Atherton State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Atherton State School offer?
Atherton State School offers Prep-6.
What is Atherton State School's ICSEA score?
Atherton State School has an ICSEA score of 903, placing it in the 11th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Atherton State School?
Atherton State School has 331 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Atherton State School?
The nearest schools to Atherton State School are St Joseph's School (0.5 km), Atherton State High School (0.6 km), Jubilee Christian College (1.4 km).
Where is Atherton State School located?
Atherton State School is located in Atherton, QLD 4883. Visit the school website at https://athertonss.eq.edu.au.