South Hedland Primary School
South Hedland Primary School is a government primary school in South Hedland, WA offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 815, it sits in the 3rd percentile nationally and is well below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 265 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher. 54% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 58% have a language background other than English.
South Hedland WA 6722. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How South Hedland Primary School compares
By ICSEA, South Hedland Primary School ranks 705th 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 4th-highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Hedland Senior High School, a government secondary school 0.6 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. South Hedland Primary School scores 815, well below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For South Hedland Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the WA education department.
About South Hedland
South Hedland Primary School is located in South Hedland, WA, a suburb with a median household income of $2,586/wk and median rent of $240/wk. Population: 11,046.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
South Hedland suburb profileSchools near South Hedland Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs South Hedland Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hedland Senior High SchoolGovernment Secondary · South Hedland | 0.6 km | 886 | 71 higher | 1,138 |
| Cassia Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · South Hedland | 1.0 km | 867 | 52 higher | 444 |
| Baler Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · South Hedland | 1.1 km | 902 | 87 higher | 592 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Hedland Primary School a government school?
Yes, South Hedland Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does South Hedland Primary School offer?
South Hedland Primary School offers K-6.
What is South Hedland Primary School's ICSEA score?
South Hedland Primary School has an ICSEA score of 815, placing it in the 3rd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend South Hedland Primary School?
South Hedland Primary School has 265 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher.
What schools are near South Hedland Primary School?
The nearest schools to South Hedland Primary School are Hedland Senior High School (0.6 km), Cassia Education Support Centre (1.0 km), Cassia Primary School (1.0 km).
Where is South Hedland Primary School located?
South Hedland Primary School is located in South Hedland, WA 6722. Visit the school website at http://www.det.wa.edu.au/schoolsonline/overview.do?schoolID=5553.