Port Lincoln Primary School
Port Lincoln Primary School is a government primary school in Port Lincoln, SA offering U, 3-6. With an ICSEA score of 952, it sits in the 26th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 332 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 17% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 21% have a language background other than English.
Port Lincoln SA 5606. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Port Lincoln Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Port Lincoln Primary School ranks 335th of the 436 primary schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 4 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Port Lincoln Junior Primary School, a government primary school 0.1 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. Port Lincoln Primary School scores 952, near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Port Lincoln Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the SA education department.
About Port Lincoln
Port Lincoln Primary School is located in Port Lincoln, SA, a suburb with a median household income of $1,243/wk and median rent of $240/wk. Population: 14,458.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Port Lincoln suburb profileSchools near Port Lincoln Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Port Lincoln Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Lincoln Junior Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Port Lincoln | 0.1 km | 974 | 22 higher | 277 |
| Port Lincoln High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Port Lincoln | 0.3 km | 923 | 29 lower | 767 |
| St Joseph's SchoolCatholic Combined · Port Lincoln | 0.3 km | 1015 | 63 higher | 829 |
| Navigator CollegeIndependent Combined · Port Lincoln | 2.0 km | 1013 | 61 higher | 466 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Port Lincoln Primary School a government school?
Yes, Port Lincoln Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Port Lincoln Primary School offer?
Port Lincoln Primary School offers U, 3-6.
What is Port Lincoln Primary School's ICSEA score?
Port Lincoln Primary School has an ICSEA score of 952, placing it in the 26th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Port Lincoln Primary School?
Port Lincoln Primary School has 332 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Port Lincoln Primary School?
The nearest schools to Port Lincoln Primary School are Port Lincoln Junior Primary School (0.1 km), Port Lincoln High School (0.3 km), St Joseph's School (0.3 km).
Where is Port Lincoln Primary School located?
Port Lincoln Primary School is located in Port Lincoln, SA 5606. Visit the school website at http://www.plps.sa.edu.au.