Bethany Christian School Incorporated
Bethany Christian School Incorporated is an independent primary school in Paralowie, SA offering R-6. With an ICSEA score of 996, it sits in the 45th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 531 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 3% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 47% have a language background other than English.
Paralowie SA 5108. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Bethany Christian School Incorporated compares
By ICSEA, Bethany Christian School Incorporated ranks 235th of the 436 primary schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 14 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 6th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Temple Christian College - Bethany Campus, an independent secondary school 0.0 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. Bethany Christian School Incorporated scores 996, near average.
Enrolment and location
Bethany Christian School Incorporated is a Independent school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
About Paralowie
Bethany Christian School Incorporated is located in Paralowie, SA, a suburb with a median household income of $1,479/wk and median rent of $305/wk. Population: 17,504.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Paralowie suburb profileSchools near Bethany Christian School Incorporated
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Bethany Christian School Incorporated | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Salisbury Downs | 0.9 km | 937 | 59 lower | 241 |
| Settlers Farm Campus R-6Government Primary · Paralowie | 1.1 km | 951 | 45 lower | 597 |
| The Pines SchoolGovernment Primary · Parafield Gardens | 1.3 km | 967 | 29 lower | 671 |
| Paralowie SchoolGovernment Combined · Paralowie | 1.7 km | 909 | 87 lower | 1,373 |
| Salisbury Downs Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Salisbury Downs | 1.9 km | 926 | 70 lower | 271 |
| Holy Family Catholic SchoolCatholic Primary · Parafield Gardens | 2.3 km | 1000 | 4 higher | 539 |
| Burton Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Burton | 2.4 km | 946 | 50 lower | 422 |
| Garden CollegeIndependent Combined · Parafield Gardens | 2.4 km | 1029 | 33 higher | 351 |
| Lake Windemere B-6 SchoolGovernment Primary · Salisbury North | 2.7 km | 924 | 72 lower | 426 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bethany Christian School Incorporated a government school?
No, Bethany Christian School Incorporated is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Bethany Christian School Incorporated offer?
Bethany Christian School Incorporated offers R-6.
What is Bethany Christian School Incorporated's ICSEA score?
Bethany Christian School Incorporated has an ICSEA score of 996, placing it in the 45th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Bethany Christian School Incorporated?
Bethany Christian School Incorporated has 531 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Bethany Christian School Incorporated?
The nearest schools to Bethany Christian School Incorporated are Temple Christian College - Bethany Campus (0.0 km), Riverdale Primary School (0.9 km), Settlers Farm Campus R-6 (1.1 km).
Where is Bethany Christian School Incorporated located?
Bethany Christian School Incorporated is located in Paralowie, SA 5108. Visit the school website at http://www.bethany.sa.edu.au.