Buronga Public School
Respectful. Responsible. Successful. Safe
About the school
Buronga Public School is a PP5 school located in the south-west corner of New South Wales, just 6km from Mildura. It caters to 82 students, with 37% identifying as Aboriginal. The school prides itself on forming strong community partnerships and developing innovative programs tailored to meet the diverse learning needs of all students. Literacy and numeracy are highlighted as the main focus within its curriculum.
The school is dedicated to fostering competent, responsible, and enthusiastic learners through engaging and challenging educational activities. Its aim is to cultivate independent learning, self-esteem, tolerance, and self-discipline within a safe and harmonious environment. With a team of highly qualified and inspirational teaching staff, Buronga Public School combines innovative thought with global connections and shared family values, resulting in high-quality educational programs and positive community involvement.
Students are encouraged to take part in a variety of cultural and sporting activities, promoting interaction with peers across the district. Additionally, Buronga Public School serves as a key community hub, housing a supported playgroup and implementing an innovative Outdoor Education program that includes care for chickens, fish, orchards, and vegetable gardens. This holistic approach not only supports academic growth but also nurtures the well-being of each student in a vibrant community setting.
Mission
At Buronga Public School we are committed to ensuring quality learning, highly individualized programs, positive relationships with all stakeholders, and an aesthetically pleasing learning environment.
Location & Catchment Area
- Buronga Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Gol Gol Public School 4.0 km
- B Coomealla High School 13.8 km
- C Dareton Public School 15.6 km
- D Wentworth Public School 25.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 80 (39 girls, 41 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 80
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 870 (percentile 6)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 62% / 19% / 12% / 6%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 139
- Indigenous students
- 38%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 13%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 7.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 2.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 13 |
| Year 1 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 18 |
| Year 3 | 16 |
| Year 4 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 12 |
| Year 6 | 8 |
| Total | 80 |
Year by year
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.
| Year | Enrolments | Girls | Boys | Attendance % | ICSEA | Teaching staff (FTE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 80 | 39 | 41 | - | 870 | 7.1 |
| 2024 | 72 | 33 | 39 | 86 | 873 | 8.2 |
| 2023 | 88 | 39 | 49 | 86.4 | 841 | 8.2 |
| 2022 | 80 | 37 | 43 | 84.8 | 826 | 8.1 |
| 2021 | 86 | 43 | 43 | 89.9 | 839 | 7.5 |
| 2020 | 90 | 45 | 45 | - | 832 | 7.5 |
| 2019 | 107 | 57 | 50 | 91.2 | 840 | 7.5 |
| 2018 | 118 | 60 | 58 | 89.9 | 848 | 7.5 |
| 2017 | 111 | 51 | 60 | 91.7 | 864 | 6.5 |
| 2016 | 95 | 50 | 45 | 92.7 | 862 | 5.4 |
| 2015 | 88 | 42 | 46 | 90.6 | 861 | 5.3 |
| 2014 | 84 | 38 | 46 | 89.9 | 842 | 5.3 |
| 2013 | 80 | 37 | 43 | 90.9 | 850 | 5.6 |
| 2012 | 96 | 41 | 55 | 90.5 | 812 | 6.6 |
| 2011 | 79 | 39 | 40 | 90.2 | 812 | 6.5 |
| 2010 | 79 | 42 | 37 | - | 834 | 6.5 |
| 2009 | 84 | 47 | 37 | - | 885 | 6.5 |
| 2008 | 74 | 45 | 29 | - | 885 | 6.3 |
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.