For families considering a move to the Gold Coast, selecting the right primary school is a crucial factor in choosing a suburb. To assist with this decision, we have compiled a list of the top-performing and lowest-performing primary schools in the Gold Coast based on the latest 2024 NAPLAN results. While private schools continue to dominate the top rankings, several state schools have excelled once again.
Top 10 Primary Schools on the Gold Coast
This prestigious all-boys private school maintains its position for the fourth consecutive year as the highest-performing primary school on the Gold Coast, offering strong academic and extracurricular programs.
A co-educational independent school with a reputation for academic excellence and well-rounded student development.
One of the leading all-girls schools in Queensland, and the only all-girls school on the Gold Coast, St Hilda’s continues to achieve exceptional academic outcomes.
A highly regarded Christian school providing a strong academic curriculum and extensive extracurricular opportunities.
One of the highest-performing public primary schools on the Gold Coast, known for its academic strength and community engagement.
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A well-respected state school that consistently achieves strong academic results while fostering a supportive learning environment.
A private Christian school offering a balanced education with a focus on both academics and personal development.
Known for academic excellence, Somerset College provides a high-quality education from Pre-Prep to Year 12.
A co-educational independent school with a reputation for strong academic outcomes and a well-rounded curriculum.
A high-achieving public primary school known for its diverse student body and strong academic performance.
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The 5 Worst Primary Schools on the Gold Coast
Despite lower NAPLAN results, the school is committed to implementing targeted strategies for academic improvement.
While currently underperforming in NAPLAN assessments, Oxenford State School is focused on academic growth initiatives.
A rapidly growing school that faces unique challenges associated with high enrolment numbers and new infrastructure development.
The school is working to improve academic results while maintaining a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
A well-established school with a strong sense of community, Labrador State School provides a supportive learning environment.
What do these results mean for your family?
For families relocating to the Gold Coast, we understand that choosing the right school is a significant decision, and while NAPLAN scores provide valuable insights into academic performance, we always recommend that these are considered alongside other factors including school culture, extracurricular offerings, support services and community engagement.
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Source & disclaimer: Australian Curriculum and Reporting Authority 2024 NAPLAN results, ranked by combining the average year-level score for Y3 & Y5. We have in preparing this information used our best endeavours to ensure that the information contained herein is true and accurate but accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect of any errors, omissions, inaccuracies or misstatements that may occur
