Moreton Downs State School
Moreton Downs State School is a government primary school in Deception Bay, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 945, it sits in the 23rd percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 586 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 18% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 12% have a language background other than English.
Deception Bay QLD 4508. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Moreton Downs State School compares
By ICSEA, Moreton Downs State School ranks 766th of the 1,127 primary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 6 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 4th-highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Kairos Community College, an independent secondary school 1.3 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. Moreton Downs State School scores 945, below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Moreton Downs State School, check catchment rules with the school or the QLD education department.
About Deception Bay
Moreton Downs State School is located in Deception Bay, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,270/wk and median rent of $325/wk. Population: 19,573.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Deception Bay suburb profileSchools near Moreton Downs State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Moreton Downs State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deception Bay State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Deception Bay | 1.4 km | 923 | 22 lower | 1,374 |
| Deception Bay State SchoolGovernment Primary · Deception Bay | 1.6 km | 882 | 63 lower | 292 |
| Bounty Boulevard State SchoolGovernment Primary · North Lakes | 2.0 km | 1011 | 66 higher | 1,134 |
| Deception Bay North State SchoolGovernment Primary · Deception Bay | 2.1 km | 887 | 58 lower | 362 |
| Christ the King Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Deception Bay | 2.3 km | 989 | 44 higher | 361 |
| The Lakes CollegeIndependent Combined · North Lakes | 3.8 km | 1125 | 180 higher | 1,169 |
| Arethusa CollegeIndependent Secondary · Deception Bay | 3.8 km | 938 | 7 lower | 1,733 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Moreton Downs State School a government school?
Yes, Moreton Downs State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Moreton Downs State School offer?
Moreton Downs State School offers Prep-6.
What is Moreton Downs State School's ICSEA score?
Moreton Downs State School has an ICSEA score of 945, placing it in the 23rd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Moreton Downs State School?
Moreton Downs State School has 586 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Moreton Downs State School?
The nearest schools to Moreton Downs State School are Kairos Community College (1.3 km), Deception Bay State High School (1.4 km), Deception Bay State School (1.6 km).
Where is Moreton Downs State School located?
Moreton Downs State School is located in Deception Bay, QLD 4508. Visit the school website at https://moretondownsss.eq.edu.au.