St Paul's Primary School
St Paul's Primary School is a Catholic primary school in Karratha, WA offering PP-6. With an ICSEA score of 1019, it sits in the 56th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 339 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher. 6% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 17% have a language background other than English.
Karratha WA 6714. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How St Paul's Primary School compares
By ICSEA, St Paul's Primary School ranks 327th 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 highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Karratha Primary School, a government 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. St Paul's Primary School scores 1019, near average.
Enrolment and location
St Paul's Primary School is a Catholic school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
About Karratha
St Paul's Primary School is located in Karratha, WA, a suburb with a median household income of $1,583/wk and median rent of $280/wk. Population: 98.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Schools near St Paul's Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Paul's Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karratha Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Karratha | 1.2 km | 912 | 107 lower | 268 |
| Pegs Creek Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Karratha | 2.0 km | 899 | 120 lower | 234 |
| Karratha Senior High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Karratha | 3.0 km | 918 | 101 lower | 1,253 |
| Millars Well Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Karratha | 3.5 km | 925 | 94 lower | 301 |
| St Luke's CollegeCatholic Secondary · Karratha | 3.9 km | 1010 | 9 lower | 594 |
| Tambrey Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Karratha | 5.2 km | 930 | 89 lower | 683 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Paul's Primary School a government school?
No, St Paul's Primary School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Paul's Primary School offer?
St Paul's Primary School offers PP-6.
What is St Paul's Primary School's ICSEA score?
St Paul's Primary School has an ICSEA score of 1019, placing it in the 56th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Paul's Primary School?
St Paul's Primary School has 339 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Paul's Primary School?
The nearest schools to St Paul's Primary School are Karratha Primary School (1.2 km), Pegs Creek Primary School (2.0 km), Karratha Senior High School (3.0 km).
Where is St Paul's Primary School located?
St Paul's Primary School is located in Karratha, WA 6714. Visit the school website at http://www.stpaulsk.wa.edu.au/.