Also known as RGPS, River Gum PS and RGPS Hampton Park
NAPLAN 32 points below national year-level averages and growth below the national median; the result is a B- overall.
River Gum Primary School is also known as RGPS, River Gum PS and RGPS Hampton Park.
River Gum Primary School draws students from the River Gum Primary School.
River Gum Primary School has an overall SchoolRank score of 43.5/100, grade B− (slightly below average). This score is calculated from academic results, student growth, wellbeing, programs, and value for money. Academically, the school grades B− (slightly below average) against other Australian schools. The school's ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) is 910 (13th percentile; the national average is 1,000).
In 2025 NAPLAN testing at River Gum Primary School, Year 3 students averaged 370 across the tested NAPLAN domains, below the national average of 407 for that year level, and Year 5 students averaged 462, 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.
River Gum Primary School is a medium-sized government primary school with approximately 501 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.
River Gum 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 B− (slightly below average) for value for money, which weighs academic results against the cost of attendance.
River Gum 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 34% of the workforce. The student attendance rate is 90%, which is good.
River Gum Primary School is located in Hampton Park, VIC, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 910 (13th 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.