Small government primary school (47 students, Prep–6) in outer regional Benarkin, QLD.
Benarkin State School is also known as BSS Benarkin.
Benarkin State School draws students from the Benarkin SS.
Benarkin State School has about 47 students across 7 year levels, so roughly 7 sit each year level's NAPLAN test. That is too few to compare meaningfully with a national average: a handful of children moves the figure by more than most real differences between schools. Its most recent published results are from 2025. Year 5 students averaged Reading 452, Writing 468, Numeracy 423, Spelling 504 and Grammar 469. Students at Benarkin State School sit NAPLAN in Years 3 and 5.
Benarkin State School is a very small government primary school with approximately 47 students. It offers education for years Prep-6. As a government school, enrolment is generally available to students living within the school's designated catchment zone. Families outside the zone may apply for out-of-area placement subject to availability.
Benarkin State School is a government school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may be asked to contribute to voluntary school fees covering materials, excursions, and activities.
Benarkin State School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.8:1. This is below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 44% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 85%, which is below average.
Benarkin State School is located in Benarkin, QLD, in outer regional Australia. Its ICSEA is 923 (16th percentile; the national average is 1,000). ICSEA measures the advantage of a school's community, from its parents' education and occupation, not the school's quality. A school with a lower ICSEA and strong academic results may be teaching particularly effectively.