Small government primary (205 students, Reception–Year 6) in Christie Downs, Adelaide.
NAPLAN well below national year-level averages; the result is a C overall.
Christie Downs Primary School is also known as CDPS, Christie Downs PS and CDPS Christie Downs.
Christie Downs Primary School has an overall SchoolRank score of 28.9/100, rated "Well below average". This score is calculated from academic results, student growth, wellbeing, programs, and value for money. Academically, the school grades C+ (Below average) against other Australian schools. The school's ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) is 925 (17th percentile; the national average is 1,000).
In 2025 NAPLAN testing at Christie Downs Primary School, Year 3 students averaged 348 across the tested NAPLAN domains, well below the national average of 407 for that year level, and Year 5 students averaged 417, well below the national average of 490 for that year level. National averages are specific to each year level, because NAPLAN scores are scaled so older year levels score higher. A school-wide average can't be compared with a single national figure.
Christie Downs Primary School is a small government primary school with approximately 205 students. It offers education for years U, R-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.
Christie Downs Primary 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. The school grades C+ (Below average) for value for money, which weighs academic results against the cost of attendance.
Christie Downs Primary School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.3:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 51% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 78%, which is below average.
Christie Downs Primary School is located in Christie Downs, SA, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 925 (17th 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.