Tiny government primary school (15 students, Prep–6) in Merrigum, Victoria regional area.
Merrigum Primary School draws students from the Merrigum Primary School.
Merrigum Primary School is a very small government primary school with approximately 15 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.
Merrigum 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.
Merrigum Primary School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 5.0:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 42% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 88%, which is moderate.
Merrigum Primary School is located in Merrigum, VIC, classified as a inner regional school. With an ICSEA of 813 (3th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is below average, which means the school serves a community with greater socio-educational challenges. ICSEA measures the educational advantage of a school's community, not the school's quality, a lower ICSEA school with strong academic scores may indicate particularly effective teaching.