Small government primary school (250 students, Prep–6) in Coolaroo, major city Victoria, serving highly multicultural community.
NAPLAN 37 points below national year-level averages and solid student growth; the result is a B- overall.
Coolaroo South Primary School is also known as CSPS, CSPS Coolaroo and Coolaroo South PS.
Coolaroo South Primary School draws students from the Coolaroo South Primary School.
Coolaroo South Primary School has an overall SchoolRank score of 42.2/100, rated "Slightly 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 930 (18th percentile; the national average is 1,000). Notably, student growth grades B+ (Good).
In 2025 NAPLAN testing at Coolaroo South Primary School, Year 3 students averaged 375 across the tested NAPLAN domains, below the national average of 407 for that year level, and Year 5 students averaged 447, 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.
Coolaroo South Primary School is a small government primary school with approximately 250 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.
Coolaroo South 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.
Coolaroo South Primary School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.8:1. This is below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 38% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 87%, which is below average.
Coolaroo South Primary School is located in Coolaroo, VIC, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 930 (18th 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.