Mount Archer State School
Mount Archer State School is a government primary school in Koongal, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 895, it sits in the 10th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 531 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher. 29% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 13% have a language background other than English.
Koongal QLD 4701. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Mount Archer State School compares
By ICSEA, Mount Archer State School ranks 979th of the 1,127 primary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 10 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 5th-highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Rockhampton North Special School, a government combined 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. Mount Archer State School scores 895, below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Mount Archer State School, check catchment rules with the school or the QLD education department.
About Koongal
Mount Archer State School is located in Koongal, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,320/wk and median rent of $260/wk. Population: 4,252.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Koongal suburb profileSchools near Mount Archer State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Mount Archer State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Rockhampton State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Frenchville | 1.6 km | 896 | 1 higher | 968 |
| Frenchville State SchoolGovernment Primary · Frenchville | 1.8 km | 1005 | 110 higher | 825 |
| Berserker Street State SchoolGovernment Primary · Berserker | 1.8 km | 837 | 58 lower | 308 |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · North Rockhampton | 2.0 km | 1029 | 134 higher | 349 |
| Lighthouse Christian SchoolIndependent Combined · Norman Gardens | 2.4 km | 984 | 89 higher | 593 |
| Emmaus CollegeCatholic Secondary · Park Avenue | 2.6 km | 997 | 102 higher | 1,320 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mount Archer State School a government school?
Yes, Mount Archer State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Mount Archer State School offer?
Mount Archer State School offers Prep-6.
What is Mount Archer State School's ICSEA score?
Mount Archer State School has an ICSEA score of 895, placing it in the 10th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Mount Archer State School?
Mount Archer State School has 531 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher.
What schools are near Mount Archer State School?
The nearest schools to Mount Archer State School are Rockhampton North Special School (1.3 km), North Rockhampton State High School (1.6 km), Frenchville State School (1.8 km).
Where is Mount Archer State School located?
Mount Archer State School is located in Koongal, QLD 4701. Visit the school website at https://mtarcherss.eq.edu.au.