Malanda State School
Malanda State School is a government primary school in Malanda, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1001, it sits in the 47th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 410 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 9% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 7% have a language background other than English.
Malanda QLD 4885. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Malanda State School compares
By ICSEA, Malanda State School ranks 438th of the 1,127 primary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. There is no other primary school within 5 km. The nearest school is Malanda State High School, a government secondary school 1.1 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. Malanda State School scores 1001, near average.
Enrolment and location
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About Malanda
Malanda State School is located in Malanda, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,120/wk and median rent of $250/wk. Population: 2,000.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Malanda suburb profileSchools near Malanda State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Malanda State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malanda State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Malanda | 1.1 km | 994 | 7 lower | 538 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Malanda State School a government school?
Yes, Malanda State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Malanda State School offer?
Malanda State School offers Prep-6.
What is Malanda State School's ICSEA score?
Malanda State School has an ICSEA score of 1001, placing it in the 47th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Malanda State School?
Malanda State School has 410 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Malanda State School?
The nearest schools to Malanda State School are Malanda State High School (1.1 km).
Where is Malanda State School located?
Malanda State School is located in Malanda, QLD 4885. Visit the school website at https://malandass.eq.edu.au.