South Lake Primary School
South Lake Primary School is a government primary school in South Lake, WA offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 979, it sits in the 37th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 280 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 15% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 40% have a language background other than English.
South Lake WA 6164. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How South Lake Primary School compares
By ICSEA, South Lake Primary School ranks 466th of the 722 primary schools in WA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 20 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 16th-highest ICSEA and the 15th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Lakeland Senior High School, a government secondary school 1.1 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 Lake Primary School scores 979, near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For South Lake Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the WA education department.
About South Lake
South Lake Primary School is located in South Lake, WA, a suburb with a median household income of $1,742/wk and median rent of $350/wk. Population: 5,831.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
South Lake suburb profileSchools near South Lake Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs South Lake Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland Senior High SchoolGovernment Secondary · South Lake | 1.1 km | 944 | 35 lower | 566 |
| Bibra Lake Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Bibra Lake | 1.4 km | 1031 | 52 higher | 378 |
| Yangebup Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Yangebup | 2.1 km | 989 | 10 higher | 322 |
| Perth Waldorf SchoolIndependent Combined · Bibra Lake | 2.2 km | 1091 | 112 higher | 561 |
| Mater Christi Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Yangebup | 2.2 km | 1070 | 91 higher | 609 |
| Divine Mercy CollegeIndependent Combined · Yangebup | 2.3 km | 1062 | 83 higher | 322 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Lake Primary School a government school?
Yes, South Lake Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does South Lake Primary School offer?
South Lake Primary School offers K-6.
What is South Lake Primary School's ICSEA score?
South Lake Primary School has an ICSEA score of 979, placing it in the 37th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend South Lake Primary School?
South Lake Primary School has 280 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near South Lake Primary School?
The nearest schools to South Lake Primary School are Lakeland Senior High School (1.1 km), Bibra Lake Primary School (1.4 km), Havenport MSL College (1.5 km).
Where is South Lake Primary School located?
South Lake Primary School is located in South Lake, WA 6164. Visit the school website at http://www.southlakeps.wa.edu.au.