Also known as CWPS, CWPS Cranbourne and Cranbourne West PS
NAPLAN well below national year-level averages and solid student growth; the result is a B- overall.
Cranbourne West Primary School is also known as CWPS, CWPS Cranbourne and Cranbourne West PS.
Cranbourne West Primary School draws students from the Cranbourne West Primary School.
Cranbourne West Primary School has an overall SchoolRank score of 44/100, 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 946 (23rd percentile; the national average is 1,000). Notably, student growth grades B+ (Good).
In 2025 NAPLAN testing at Cranbourne West Primary School, Year 3 students averaged 346 across the tested NAPLAN domains, well below the national average of 407 for that year level, and Year 5 students averaged 459, 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.
Cranbourne West Primary School is a medium-sized government primary school with approximately 594 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.
Cranbourne West 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.
Cranbourne West Primary School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.2:1. This is around the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning class sizes are typical for Australian schools. Support staff make up 41% of the workforce. The student attendance rate is 87%, which is below average.
Cranbourne West Primary School is located in Cranbourne, VIC, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 946 (23rd 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.