Parkhurst State School
Parkhurst State School is a government primary school in Parkhurst, 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 428 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 15% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 7% have a language background other than English.
Parkhurst QLD 4702. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Parkhurst State School compares
By ICSEA, Parkhurst State School ranks 592nd of the 1,127 primary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 2 primary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Heights College, an independent combined school 3.7 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. Parkhurst State School scores 972, near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Parkhurst State School, check catchment rules with the school or the QLD education department.
About Parkhurst
Parkhurst State School is located in Parkhurst, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $2,227/wk and median rent of $360/wk. Population: 3,043.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Parkhurst suburb profileSchools near Parkhurst State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Parkhurst State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heights CollegeIndependent Combined · North Rockhampton | 3.7 km | 1009 | 37 higher | 1,040 |
| Glenmore State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Kawana | 4.5 km | 910 | 62 lower | 646 |
| Glenmore State SchoolGovernment Primary · Kawana | 4.7 km | 841 | 131 lower | 351 |
| Carinity Education - RockhamptonIndependent Secondary · Glenlee | 5.2 km | 872 | 100 lower | 269 |
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · North Rockhampton | 5.3 km | 995 | 23 higher | 619 |
| Lighthouse Christian SchoolIndependent Combined · Norman Gardens | 5.3 km | 984 | 12 higher | 593 |
| Frenchville State SchoolGovernment Primary · Frenchville | 6.0 km | 1005 | 33 higher | 825 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Parkhurst State School a government school?
Yes, Parkhurst State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Parkhurst State School offer?
Parkhurst State School offers Prep-6.
What is Parkhurst State School's ICSEA score?
Parkhurst 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 Parkhurst State School?
Parkhurst State School has 428 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Parkhurst State School?
The nearest schools to Parkhurst State School are Heights College (3.7 km), Glenmore State High School (4.5 km), Capricornia (Rockhampton Campus) School of Dist Ed (4.6 km).
Where is Parkhurst State School located?
Parkhurst State School is located in Parkhurst, QLD 4702. Visit the school website at https://parkhurstss.eq.edu.au.