Caningeraba State School
Caningeraba State School is a government primary school in Burleigh Waters, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 1042, it sits in the 65th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,068 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 4% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 16% have a language background other than English.
Burleigh Waters QLD 4220. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Caningeraba State School compares
By ICSEA, Caningeraba State School ranks 237th 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 largest enrolment. The nearest school is Marymount Primary School, a Catholic primary school 1.7 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. Caningeraba State School scores 1042, near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Caningeraba State School, check catchment rules with the school or the QLD education department.
About Burleigh Waters
Caningeraba State School is located in Burleigh Waters, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,735/wk and median rent of $500/wk. Population: 14,556.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Burleigh Waters suburb profileSchools near Caningeraba State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Caningeraba State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marymount Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Burleigh Waters | 1.7 km | 1085 | 43 higher | 1,020 |
| Marymount CollegeCatholic Secondary · Burleigh Waters | 1.7 km | 1073 | 31 higher | 1,262 |
| Burleigh Heads State SchoolGovernment Primary · Burleigh Heads | 1.9 km | 1048 | 6 higher | 458 |
| Varsity CollegeGovernment Combined · Varsity Lakes | 2.0 km | 1065 | 23 higher | 3,304 |
| Miami State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Miami | 2.6 km | 1032 | 10 lower | 1,542 |
| Miami State SchoolGovernment Primary · Mermaid Waters | 2.9 km | 1053 | 11 higher | 835 |
| Robina State SchoolGovernment Primary · Robina | 3.4 km | 1055 | 13 higher | 698 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Caningeraba State School a government school?
Yes, Caningeraba State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Caningeraba State School offer?
Caningeraba State School offers Prep-6.
What is Caningeraba State School's ICSEA score?
Caningeraba State School has an ICSEA score of 1042, placing it in the 65th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Caningeraba State School?
Caningeraba State School has 1,068 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Caningeraba State School?
The nearest schools to Caningeraba State School are Marymount Primary School (1.7 km), Marymount College (1.7 km), Mastery Schools Australia - Varsity Lakes Campus (1.8 km).
Where is Caningeraba State School located?
Caningeraba State School is located in Burleigh Waters, QLD 4220. Visit the school website at https://caningerabass.eq.edu.au.