Larapinta Primary School
Larapinta Primary School is a government primary school in Alice Springs, NT offering T-6. With an ICSEA score of 909, it sits in the 13th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 285 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher. 37% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 53% have a language background other than English.
Alice Springs NT 0870. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Larapinta Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Larapinta Primary School ranks 42nd of the 61 primary schools in NT that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 6 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 4th-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Living Waters Lutheran School, an independent primary school 0.2 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. Larapinta Primary School scores 909, below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Larapinta Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the NT education department.
About Alice Springs
Larapinta Primary School is located in Alice Springs, NT, a suburb with a median household income of $1,463/wk and median rent of $313/wk. Population: 231.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Schools near Larapinta Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Larapinta Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradshaw Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Gillen | 3.0 km | 918 | 9 higher | 381 |
| Centralian Middle SchoolGovernment Secondary · Alice Springs | 3.6 km | 816 | 93 lower | 338 |
| Gillen Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Gillen | 3.9 km | 807 | 102 lower | 230 |
| Braitling Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Braitling | 4.1 km | 911 | 2 higher | 218 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Larapinta Primary School a government school?
Yes, Larapinta Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Larapinta Primary School offer?
Larapinta Primary School offers T-6.
What is Larapinta Primary School's ICSEA score?
Larapinta Primary School has an ICSEA score of 909, placing it in the 13th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Larapinta Primary School?
Larapinta Primary School has 285 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher.
What schools are near Larapinta Primary School?
The nearest schools to Larapinta Primary School are Living Waters Lutheran School (0.2 km), NT Christian College - Araluen Campus (2.3 km), Araluen Christian College (2.3 km).
Where is Larapinta Primary School located?
Larapinta Primary School is located in Alice Springs, NT 0870. Visit the school website at http://www.larapintaprimary.nt.edu.au.