Glenelg Primary School
Glenelg Primary School is a government primary school in Glenelg East, SA offering R-6. With an ICSEA score of 1078, it sits in the 78th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 613 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher. 3% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 25% have a language background other than English.
Glenelg East SA 5045. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Glenelg Primary School compares
By ICSEA, Glenelg Primary School ranks 87th of the 436 primary schools in SA that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 18 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 8th-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is St Peter's Woodlands Grammar School, an independent primary school 0.4 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. Glenelg Primary School scores 1078, above average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Glenelg Primary School, check catchment rules with the school or the SA education department.
About Glenelg East
Glenelg Primary School is located in Glenelg East, SA, a suburb with a median household income of $1,681/wk and median rent of $325/wk. Population: 3,855.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Glenelg East suburb profileSchools near Glenelg Primary School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Glenelg Primary School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Woodlands Grammar SchoolIndependent Primary · Glenelg | 0.4 km | 1140 | 62 higher | 509 |
| St Mary's Memorial SchoolCatholic Primary · Glenelg | 0.8 km | 1113 | 35 higher | 405 |
| Our Lady of Grace SchoolCatholic Primary · Glengowrie | 1.0 km | 1075 | 3 lower | 225 |
| Sacred Heart CollegeCatholic Combined · Somerton Park | 1.3 km | 1083 | 5 higher | 2,033 |
| St Leonards Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Glenelg North | 1.5 km | 1064 | 14 lower | 387 |
| Immanuel Primary SchoolIndependent Primary · Novar Gardens | 1.9 km | 1120 | 42 higher | 575 |
| Paringa Park Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · North Brighton | 2.0 km | 1101 | 23 higher | 515 |
| Immanuel CollegeIndependent Secondary · Novar Gardens | 2.1 km | 1117 | 39 higher | 1,184 |
| Brighton Secondary SchoolGovernment Secondary · North Brighton | 2.1 km | 1071 | 7 lower | 1,737 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glenelg Primary School a government school?
Yes, Glenelg Primary School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Glenelg Primary School offer?
Glenelg Primary School offers R-6.
What is Glenelg Primary School's ICSEA score?
Glenelg Primary School has an ICSEA score of 1078, placing it in the 78th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Glenelg Primary School?
Glenelg Primary School has 613 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher.
What schools are near Glenelg Primary School?
The nearest schools to Glenelg Primary School are St Peter's Woodlands Grammar School (0.4 km), St Mary's Memorial School (0.8 km), Our Lady of Grace School (1.0 km).
Where is Glenelg Primary School located?
Glenelg Primary School is located in Glenelg East, SA 5045. Visit the school website at http://www.glenelgps.sa.edu.au.