About the school
Kogarah High School is a comprehensive, co-educational public high school committed to developing young people who are skilled learners and responsible citizens. With a proud history of student achievement, particularly in mathematics, physics, and chemistry, the school is also noted for its Creative Arts program featuring musical performances by the school choir and band.
Community and Diversity
The school serves over 800 students, many of whom come from language backgrounds other than English. Kogarah High School values its culturally diverse community, with representation from over forty national groups. An Intensive English Centre is hosted at the school to support students transitioning from overseas, ensuring that international students receive the help they need. The school's partnership with the University of Sydney enhances the Gifted and Talented program, offering students enrichment opportunities through initiatives like the COMPASS PROJECT.
Learning Environment
Kogarah High School has a dedicated team of qualified teachers who are committed to the success of each student. By fostering a supportive learning environment, small class sizes, and individualised learning plans, the school aims to provide every student with a positive educational experience. High expectations surrounding academic performance and personal achievement create a culture of excellence, respect, responsibility, tolerance, and care.
As recognition of its achievements, the school has received numerous awards including a Director General's Award and a School's First Award valued at $50,000.
Kogarah High School is focused on preparing students for bright futures, celebrating individual achievements while cultivating a spirit of community involvement.
Mission
Kogarah High School is a comprehensive, co-educational public high school committed to developing young people who are skilled learners and responsible citizens who are prepared for and confident about their future.
Location & Catchment Area
- Kogarah High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Kogarah Public School 241 m
- B St George Girls High School 286 m
- C St George Hospital School 617 m
- D Bayside High School 753 m
- E St George School 929 m
- F Carlton Public School 1.1 km
- G Rockdale Public School 1.2 km
- H Brighton-Le-Sands Public School 1.4 km
- I Carlton South Public School 1.4 km
- J Bexley Public School 1.6 km
- K Cairnsfoot School 1.8 km
- L Sydney Technical High School 1.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 787 (364 girls, 423 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 787
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 993 (percentile 43)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 40% / 29% / 22% / 9%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 108
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 91%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 76.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 21.3
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 6 | 9 |
| Year 7 | 91 |
| Year 8 | 123 |
| Year 9 | 140 |
| Year 10 | 160 |
| Year 11 | 140 |
| Year 12 | 124 |
| Total | 787 |
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 | 787 | 364 | 423 | - | 993 | 76.7 |
| 2024 | 809 | 367 | 442 | 85.5 | 993 | 74.8 |
| 2023 | 804 | 332 | 472 | 86.4 | 990 | 76.4 |
| 2022 | 808 | 321 | 487 | 81.4 | 978 | 70.7 |
| 2021 | 772 | 318 | 454 | 86.6 | 981 | 73.9 |
| 2020 | 842 | 338 | 504 | - | 980 | 76.9 |
| 2019 | 850 | 351 | 499 | 88.4 | 987 | 77.7 |
| 2018 | 913 | 381 | 532 | 88.4 | 976 | 78.8 |
| 2017 | 940 | 413 | 527 | 88.1 | 978 | 84.6 |
| 2016 | 1,019 | 445 | 574 | 88.9 | 979 | 84.3 |
| 2015 | 1,034 | 454 | 580 | 89.5 | 981 | 83.8 |
| 2014 | 950 | 399 | 551 | 91.9 | 998 | 76.3 |
| 2013 | 869 | 383 | 486 | 92.2 | 994 | 73.6 |
| 2012 | 816 | 339 | 477 | 92.3 | 1012 | 71.5 |
| 2011 | 779 | 325 | 454 | 91.7 | 1004 | 71.8 |
| 2010 | 750 | 308 | 442 | - | 1004 | 74 |
| 2009 | 778 | 313 | 465 | - | 1012 | 73.7 |
| 2008 | 724 | 309 | 415 | - | 1012 | 80.5 |
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.