Golden Beach State School
Golden Beach State School is a government primary school in Golden Beach, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1015, it sits in the 53rd percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 548 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 9% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 11% have a language background other than English.
Golden Beach QLD 4551. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Golden Beach State School compares
By ICSEA, Golden Beach State School ranks 362nd 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 6th-highest ICSEA and the 4th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Caloundra Christian College, an independent combined school 1.6 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. Golden Beach State School scores 1015, near average.
Enrolment and location
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Schools near Golden Beach State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Golden Beach State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caloundra Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Caloundra | 1.6 km | 1058 | 43 higher | 438 |
| Caloundra City Private SchoolIndependent Combined · Pelican Waters | 1.8 km | 1095 | 80 higher | 228 |
| Caloundra State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Caloundra | 2.4 km | 1004 | 11 lower | 1,316 |
| Caloundra State SchoolGovernment Primary · Caloundra | 2.6 km | 1027 | 12 higher | 481 |
| Unity CollegeCatholic Combined · Caloundra West | 3.0 km | 1065 | 50 higher | 1,450 |
| Our Lady of the Rosary SchoolCatholic Primary · Caloundra | 3.2 km | 1092 | 77 higher | 321 |
| Baringa State Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Baringa | 3.3 km | 1032 | 17 higher | 930 |
| Baringa State Secondary CollegeGovernment Secondary · Baringa | 4.0 km | 1007 | 8 lower | 677 |
| Currimundi Special SchoolGovernment Combined · Dicky Beach | 4.4 km | 1006 | 9 lower | 177 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Golden Beach State School a government school?
Yes, Golden Beach State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Golden Beach State School offer?
Golden Beach State School offers Prep-6.
What is Golden Beach State School's ICSEA score?
Golden Beach State School has an ICSEA score of 1015, placing it in the 53rd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Golden Beach State School?
Golden Beach State School has 548 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Golden Beach State School?
The nearest schools to Golden Beach State School are Caloundra Christian College (1.6 km), Kairos Community College - Caloundra Campus (1.8 km), Caloundra City Private School (1.8 km).
Where is Golden Beach State School located?
Golden Beach State School is located in Golden Beach, QLD 4551. Visit the school website at https://goldenbeachss.eq.edu.au.