Waraburra State School
Waraburra State School is a government primary school in Gracemere, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 855, it sits in the 5th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 358 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 36% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 3% have a language background other than English.
Gracemere QLD 4702. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Waraburra State School compares
By ICSEA, Waraburra State School ranks 1,066th of the 1,127 primary schools in QLD that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 3 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 3rd-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is St Paul's Catholic Primary School, a Catholic primary school 1.2 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. Waraburra State School scores 855, below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Waraburra State School, check catchment rules with the school or the QLD education department.
About Gracemere
Waraburra State School is located in Gracemere, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,711/wk and median rent of $340/wk. Population: 12,023.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Gracemere suburb profileSchools near Waraburra State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Waraburra State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Gracemere | 1.2 km | 984 | 129 higher | 331 |
| Gracemere State SchoolGovernment Primary · Gracemere | 1.4 km | 898 | 43 higher | 295 |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Rockhampton | 7.4 km | 1039 | 184 higher | 357 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Waraburra State School a government school?
Yes, Waraburra State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Waraburra State School offer?
Waraburra State School offers Prep-6.
What is Waraburra State School's ICSEA score?
Waraburra State School has an ICSEA score of 855, placing it in the 5th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Waraburra State School?
Waraburra State School has 358 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Waraburra State School?
The nearest schools to Waraburra State School are St Paul's Catholic Primary School (1.2 km), Gracemere State School (1.4 km), Rockhampton Flexible School (7.2 km).
Where is Waraburra State School located?
Waraburra State School is located in Gracemere, QLD 4702. Visit the school website at https://waraburrass.eq.edu.au.