Black Forest Primary School
Black Forest Primary School is a government primary school in Black Forest, SA offering R-6. With an ICSEA score of 1108, it sits in the 86th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 410 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 2% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 19% have a language background other than English.
Black Forest SA 5035. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Black Forest Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Black Forest Primary School ranks 40th of the 436 primary schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 35 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 15th-highest ICSEA and the 8th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Sports College South Australia - Glandore Recreation Centre, an independent secondary school 0.8 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. Black Forest Primary School scores 1108, above average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Black Forest Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the SA education department.
About Black Forest
Black Forest Primary School is located in Black Forest, SA, a suburb with a median household income of $1,664/wk and median rent of $290/wk. Population: 1,982.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Black Forest suburb profileSchools near Black Forest Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Black Forest Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabra Dominican CollegeCatholic Combined · Cumberland Park | 1.4 km | 1065 | 43 lower | 1,165 |
| Plympton Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Plympton | 1.5 km | 1071 | 37 lower | 272 |
| Goodwood Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Goodwood | 1.8 km | 1147 | 39 higher | 408 |
| Emmaus Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · South Plympton | 1.8 km | 1137 | 29 higher | 1,084 |
| St Thomas' SchoolCatholic Primary · Goodwood | 1.9 km | 1116 | 8 higher | 297 |
| Richmond Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Keswick | 1.9 km | 1122 | 14 higher | 362 |
| Westbourne Park Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Westbourne Park | 1.9 km | 1126 | 18 higher | 480 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Black Forest Primary School a government school?
Yes, Black Forest Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Black Forest Primary School offer?
Black Forest Primary School offers R-6.
What is Black Forest Primary School's ICSEA score?
Black Forest Primary School has an ICSEA score of 1108, placing it in the 86th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Black Forest Primary School?
Black Forest Primary School has 410 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Black Forest Primary School?
The nearest schools to Black Forest Primary School are Sports College South Australia - Glandore Recreation Centre (0.8 km), St Anthony's School (1.0 km), Aspect Treetop School (1.1 km).
Where is Black Forest Primary School located?
Black Forest Primary School is located in Black Forest, SA 5035. Visit the school website at https://blackforestps.sa.edu.au/.