Burnside State School
Burnside State School is a government primary school in Burnside, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 984, it sits in the 39th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 368 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher. 10% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 12% have a language background other than English.
Burnside QLD 4560. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Burnside State School compares
By ICSEA, Burnside State School ranks 543rd of the 1,127 primary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 4 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 3rd-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Burnside State High School, a government secondary school 0.1 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. Burnside State School scores 984, near average.
Enrolment and location
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Schools near Burnside State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Burnside State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnside State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Burnside | 0.1 km | 988 | 4 higher | 809 |
| St John's CollegeCatholic Secondary · Nambour | 0.9 km | 1059 | 75 higher | 927 |
| St Joseph's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Nambour | 1.2 km | 1045 | 61 higher | 341 |
| Nambour State CollegeGovernment Combined · Nambour | 1.7 km | 977 | 7 lower | 1,469 |
| Nambour Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Woombye | 1.9 km | 1083 | 99 higher | 1,309 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burnside State School a government school?
Yes, Burnside State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Burnside State School offer?
Burnside State School offers Prep-6.
What is Burnside State School's ICSEA score?
Burnside State School has an ICSEA score of 984, placing it in the 39th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Burnside State School?
Burnside State School has 368 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher.
What schools are near Burnside State School?
The nearest schools to Burnside State School are Burnside State High School (0.1 km), Nambour Special School (0.3 km), St John's College (0.9 km).
Where is Burnside State School located?
Burnside State School is located in Burnside, QLD 4560. Visit the school website at https://burnsidess.eq.edu.au.