William Duncan State School
William Duncan State School is a government primary school in Highland Park, QLD offering Prep-6. With an ICSEA score of 975, it sits in the 35th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 580 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 11% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 13% have a language background other than English.
Highland Park QLD 4211. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How William Duncan State School compares
By ICSEA, William Duncan State School ranks 579th 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 5th-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Worongary State School, a government primary 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. William Duncan State School scores 975, near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For William Duncan State School, check catchment rules with the school or the QLD education department.
About Highland Park
William Duncan State School is located in Highland Park, QLD, a suburb with a median household income of $1,609/wk and median rent of $430/wk. Population: 6,576.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Highland Park suburb profileSchools near William Duncan State School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs William Duncan State School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worongary State SchoolGovernment Primary · Worongary | 1.3 km | 994 | 19 higher | 508 |
| Nerang State High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Nerang | 1.4 km | 970 | 5 lower | 998 |
| St Brigid's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Nerang | 2.1 km | 1036 | 61 higher | 338 |
| Nerang State SchoolGovernment Primary · Nerang | 2.7 km | 979 | 4 higher | 244 |
| Emmanuel CollegeIndependent Combined · Carrara | 3.5 km | 1139 | 164 higher | 1,686 |
| Gilston State SchoolGovernment Primary · Gilston | 3.8 km | 1026 | 51 higher | 484 |
| Silkwood SchoolIndependent Combined · Mount Nathan | 4.4 km | 1073 | 98 higher | 765 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is William Duncan State School a government school?
Yes, William Duncan State School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does William Duncan State School offer?
William Duncan State School offers Prep-6.
What is William Duncan State School's ICSEA score?
William Duncan State School has an ICSEA score of 975, placing it in the 35th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend William Duncan State School?
William Duncan State School has 580 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near William Duncan State School?
The nearest schools to William Duncan State School are Worongary State School (1.3 km), Nerang State High School (1.4 km), St Brigid's Catholic Primary School (2.1 km).
Where is William Duncan State School located?
William Duncan State School is located in Highland Park, QLD 4211. Visit the school website at https://williamduncanss.eq.edu.au.