Algester State School
Algester State School is a government primary school in Algester, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1041, it sits in the 65th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 917 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher. 5% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 47% have a language background other than English.
Algester QLD 4115. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Algester State School compares
By ICSEA, Algester State School ranks 244th of the 1,127 primary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 11 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 5th-highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is St Stephen's School, a Catholic primary school 0.4 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. Algester State School scores 1041, near average.
Enrolment and location
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About Algester
Algester State School is located in Algester, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,716/wk and median rent of $395/wk. Population: 9,020.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Algester suburb profileSchools near Algester State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Algester State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Stephen's SchoolCatholic Primary · Algester | 0.4 km | 1077 | 36 higher | 516 |
| Wisdom CollegeIndependent Combined · Calamvale | 0.7 km | 1050 | 9 higher | 456 |
| Calamvale Community CollegeGovernment Combined · Calamvale | 1.6 km | 1026 | 15 lower | 2,461 |
| Calamvale Special SchoolGovernment Combined · Calamvale | 2.0 km | 992 | 49 lower | 252 |
| Autism Queensland Education & Therapy CentreIndependent Combined · Sunnybank Hills | 2.3 km | 1054 | 13 higher | 246 |
| Sunnybank Hills State SchoolGovernment Primary · Sunnybank Hills | 3.3 km | 1119 | 78 higher | 1,686 |
| Stretton State CollegeGovernment Combined · Stretton | 3.6 km | 1068 | 27 higher | 3,578 |
| Aboriginal & Islander Independent Community SchoolIndependent Combined · Acacia Ridge | 3.9 km | 710 | 331 lower | 260 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Algester State School a government school?
Yes, Algester State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Algester State School offer?
Algester State School offers Prep-6.
What is Algester State School's ICSEA score?
Algester State School has an ICSEA score of 1041, placing it in the 65th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Algester State School?
Algester State School has 917 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher.
What schools are near Algester State School?
The nearest schools to Algester State School are St Stephen's School (0.4 km), Wisdom College (0.7 km), Calamvale Community College (1.6 km).
Where is Algester State School located?
Algester State School is located in Algester, QLD 4115. Visit the school website at https://algesterss.eq.edu.au.