Salisbury Downs Primary School
Salisbury Downs Primary School is a government primary school in Salisbury Downs, SA offering R-6. With an ICSEA score of 926, it sits in the 17th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 271 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 11% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 45% have a language background other than English.
Salisbury Downs SA 5108. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Salisbury Downs Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Salisbury Downs Primary School ranks 370th of the 436 primary schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 20 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 15th-highest ICSEA and the 14th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Riverdale Primary School, a government primary school 1.0 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. Salisbury Downs Primary School scores 926, below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Salisbury Downs Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the SA education department.
About Salisbury Downs
Salisbury Downs Primary School is located in Salisbury Downs, SA, a suburb with a median household income of $1,134/wk and median rent of $273/wk. Population: 6,296.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Salisbury Downs suburb profileSchools near Salisbury Downs Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Salisbury Downs Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Salisbury Downs | 1.0 km | 937 | 11 higher | 241 |
| Thomas More CollegeCatholic Secondary · Salisbury Downs | 1.2 km | 973 | 47 higher | 1,132 |
| The Pines SchoolGovernment Primary · Parafield Gardens | 1.4 km | 967 | 41 higher | 671 |
| Parafield Gardens Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Parafield Gardens | 1.7 km | 968 | 42 higher | 575 |
| Holy Family Catholic SchoolCatholic Primary · Parafield Gardens | 1.7 km | 1000 | 74 higher | 539 |
| Parafield Gardens High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Parafield Gardens | 1.7 km | 928 | 2 higher | 1,277 |
| Garden CollegeIndependent Combined · Parafield Gardens | 1.8 km | 1029 | 103 higher | 351 |
| Bethany Christian School IncorporatedIndependent Primary · Paralowie | 1.9 km | 996 | 70 higher | 531 |
| Paralowie SchoolGovernment Combined · Paralowie | 2.0 km | 909 | 17 lower | 1,373 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Salisbury Downs Primary School a government school?
Yes, Salisbury Downs Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Salisbury Downs Primary School offer?
Salisbury Downs Primary School offers R-6.
What is Salisbury Downs Primary School's ICSEA score?
Salisbury Downs Primary School has an ICSEA score of 926, placing it in the 17th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Salisbury Downs Primary School?
Salisbury Downs Primary School has 271 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Salisbury Downs Primary School?
The nearest schools to Salisbury Downs Primary School are Riverdale Primary School (1.0 km), Thomas More College (1.2 km), The Pines School (1.4 km).
Where is Salisbury Downs Primary School located?
Salisbury Downs Primary School is located in Salisbury Downs, SA 5108. Visit the school website at http://www.sdps.sa.edu.au.