Burleigh Heads State School
Burleigh Heads State School is a government primary school in Burleigh Heads, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1048, it sits in the 67th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 458 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher. 4% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 17% have a language background other than English.
Burleigh Heads QLD 4220. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Burleigh Heads State School compares
By ICSEA, Burleigh Heads State School ranks 222nd of the 1,127 primary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 5 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 4th-highest ICSEA and the 5th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Caningeraba State School, a government primary school 1.9 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. Burleigh Heads State School scores 1048, near average.
Enrolment and location
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About Burleigh Heads
Burleigh Heads State School is located in Burleigh Heads, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,701/wk and median rent of $480/wk. Population: 10,572.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Burleigh Heads suburb profileSchools near Burleigh Heads State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Burleigh Heads State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caningeraba State SchoolGovernment Primary · Burleigh Waters | 1.9 km | 1042 | 6 lower | 1,068 |
| Marymount CollegeCatholic Secondary · Burleigh Waters | 2.5 km | 1073 | 25 higher | 1,262 |
| Marymount Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Burleigh Waters | 2.6 km | 1085 | 37 higher | 1,020 |
| Miami State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Miami | 2.9 km | 1032 | 16 lower | 1,542 |
| Palm Beach State SchoolGovernment Primary · Palm Beach | 2.9 km | 1059 | 11 higher | 894 |
| Miami State SchoolGovernment Primary · Mermaid Waters | 3.8 km | 1053 | 5 higher | 835 |
| Varsity CollegeGovernment Combined · Varsity Lakes | 3.9 km | 1065 | 17 higher | 3,304 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burleigh Heads State School a government school?
Yes, Burleigh Heads State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Burleigh Heads State School offer?
Burleigh Heads State School offers Prep-6.
What is Burleigh Heads State School's ICSEA score?
Burleigh Heads State School has an ICSEA score of 1048, placing it in the 67th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Burleigh Heads State School?
Burleigh Heads State School has 458 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher.
What schools are near Burleigh Heads State School?
The nearest schools to Burleigh Heads State School are Caningeraba State School (1.9 km), Marymount College (2.5 km), Marymount Primary School (2.6 km).
Where is Burleigh Heads State School located?
Burleigh Heads State School is located in Burleigh Heads, QLD 4220. Visit the school website at https://burlheadss.eq.edu.au.