Fadden Primary School
Fadden Primary School is a government primary school in Fadden, ACT offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 1076, it sits in the 77th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 229 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 5% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 13% have a language background other than English.
Fadden ACT 2904. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Fadden Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Fadden Primary School ranks 51st of the 86 primary schools in ACT that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 17 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 3rd-highest ICSEA and the 9th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Holy Family Primary School, a Catholic primary school 0.7 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. Fadden Primary School scores 1076, above average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Fadden Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the ACT education department.
About Fadden
Fadden Primary School is located in Fadden, ACT, a suburb with a median household income of $3,302/wk and median rent of $620/wk. Population: 3,006.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Fadden suburb profileSchools near Fadden Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Fadden Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Gowrie | 0.7 km | 1076 | same | 641 |
| Gowrie Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Gowrie | 1.2 km | 1043 | 33 lower | 228 |
| Caroline Chisholm SchoolGovernment Secondary · Chisholm | 1.6 km | 989 | 87 lower | 571 |
| Erindale CollegeGovernment Secondary · Wanniassa | 2.0 km | 1041 | 35 lower | 871 |
| Wanniassa Hills Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Wanniassa | 2.4 km | 1061 | 15 lower | 340 |
| Monash Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Monash | 2.9 km | 1063 | 13 lower | 414 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fadden Primary School a government school?
Yes, Fadden Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Fadden Primary School offer?
Fadden Primary School offers K-6.
What is Fadden Primary School's ICSEA score?
Fadden Primary School has an ICSEA score of 1076, placing it in the 77th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Fadden Primary School?
Fadden Primary School has 229 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Fadden Primary School?
The nearest schools to Fadden Primary School are Holy Family Primary School (0.7 km), Gowrie Primary School (1.2 km), Caroline Chisholm School (1.6 km).
Where is Fadden Primary School located?
Fadden Primary School is located in Fadden, ACT 2904. Visit the school website at http://www.faddenps.act.edu.au/.