Mawson Lakes School
Mawson Lakes School is a government primary school in Mawson Lakes, SA offering R-6. With an ICSEA score of 1060, it sits in the 72nd percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 716 enrolled students, with approximately 16 students per teacher. 1% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 66% have a language background other than English.
Mawson Lakes SA 5095. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Mawson Lakes School compares
By ICSEA, Mawson Lakes School ranks 113th of the 436 primary schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 17 primary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Endeavour College, 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. Mawson Lakes School scores 1060, above average.
Enrolment and location
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About Mawson Lakes
Mawson Lakes School is located in Mawson Lakes, SA, a suburb with a median household income of $1,940/wk and median rent of $360/wk. Population: 13,794.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Mawson Lakes suburb profileSchools near Mawson Lakes School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Mawson Lakes School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Endeavour CollegeIndependent Secondary · Mawson Lakes | 0.8 km | 1083 | 23 higher | 738 |
| Karrendi Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Parafield Gardens | 2.1 km | 955 | 105 lower | 259 |
| Parafield Gardens High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Parafield Gardens | 2.6 km | 928 | 132 lower | 1,277 |
| Parafield Gardens Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Parafield Gardens | 2.7 km | 968 | 92 lower | 575 |
| Garden CollegeIndependent Combined · Parafield Gardens | 3.0 km | 1029 | 31 lower | 351 |
| Holy Family Catholic SchoolCatholic Primary · Parafield Gardens | 3.1 km | 1000 | 60 lower | 539 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mawson Lakes School a government school?
Yes, Mawson Lakes School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Mawson Lakes School offer?
Mawson Lakes School offers R-6.
What is Mawson Lakes School's ICSEA score?
Mawson Lakes School has an ICSEA score of 1060, placing it in the 72nd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Mawson Lakes School?
Mawson Lakes School has 716 enrolled students, with approximately 16 students per teacher.
What schools are near Mawson Lakes School?
The nearest schools to Mawson Lakes School are Endeavour College (0.8 km), Youth Education Centre - Jonal Drive Campus (Cavan) (2.0 km), Karrendi Primary School (2.1 km).
Where is Mawson Lakes School located?
Mawson Lakes School is located in Mawson Lakes, SA 5095. Visit the school website at http://www.mawsonlakes.sa.edu.au.