Northam Primary School
Northam Primary School is a government primary school in Northam, WA offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 937, it sits in the 20th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 325 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher. 17% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 18% have a language background other than English.
Northam WA 6401. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Northam Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Northam Primary School ranks 595th of the 722 primary schools in WA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 4 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is St Joseph's School - Secondary Campus, a Catholic secondary school 0.5 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. Northam Primary School scores 937, below average.
Enrolment and location
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About Northam
Northam Primary School is located in Northam, WA, a suburb with a median household income of $1,246/wk and median rent of $250/wk. Population: 6,679.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Northam suburb profileSchools near Northam Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Northam Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's SchoolCatholic Primary · Northam | 0.7 km | 1013 | 76 higher | 721 |
| Northam Senior High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Northam | 0.9 km | 898 | 39 lower | 669 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northam Primary School a government school?
Yes, Northam Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Northam Primary School offer?
Northam Primary School offers K-6.
What is Northam Primary School's ICSEA score?
Northam Primary School has an ICSEA score of 937, placing it in the 20th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Northam Primary School?
Northam Primary School has 325 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher.
What schools are near Northam Primary School?
The nearest schools to Northam Primary School are St Joseph's School - Secondary Campus (0.5 km), St Joseph's School (0.7 km), Northam Senior High School (0.9 km).
Where is Northam Primary School located?
Northam Primary School is located in Northam, WA 6401. Visit the school website at http://www.det.wa.edu.au/schoolsonline/overview.do?schoolID=5351.