Coomealla High School
Respect: Yourself, Other people, Learning, Environment
About the school
Coomealla High School is a comprehensive secondary school located near the Murray River in Dareton, New South Wales, close to the Victorian Regional Centre of Mildura. The school serves approximately 240 students and features a support unit with four classes. Notably, 42% of the student population identifies as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, aligning with the school's commitment to inclusivity and cultural respect. In 2022, Coomealla High School became a part of the Connected Communities Strategy, enhancing its community partnerships and engagement.
Curriculum and Support
The school offers a diverse and engaging curriculum aimed at improving student outcomes in literacy, numeracy, and overall retention rates through Year 12. Current initiatives focus on fostering cultural competency and providing robust transition support for students. Coomealla High is committed to creating a supportive environment where every student is welcomed and encouraged to learn and grow.
Students have access to extensive facilities including a productive farm, sporting fields, a covered outdoor learning area (COLA), and a well-equipped music studio. The school actively promotes sports and extracurricular excursions, valuing community involvement in enhancing educational experiences.
Community Involvement
Coomealla High School has strong ties to the local community and a dedicated Parents and Citizens' Association. The school staff, known for their supportiveness and talent, collaborate to deliver quality learning and wellbeing outcomes, ensuring that students are prepared to become capable contributors to society.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Coomealla High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Dareton Public School 1.9 km
- B Wentworth Public School 13.1 km
- C Buronga Public School 13.8 km
- D Pomona Public School 17.1 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 190 (87 girls, 103 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 190
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 826 (percentile 4)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 68% / 21% / 8% / 2%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 164
- Indigenous students
- 42%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 9%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 33.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 12.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 38 |
| Year 8 | 36 |
| Year 9 | 36 |
| Year 10 | 43 |
| Year 11 | 19 |
| Year 12 | 18 |
| Total | 190 |
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 | 190 | 87 | 103 | - | 826 | 33.1 |
| 2024 | 227 | 103 | 124 | 66.6 | 832 | 38.4 |
| 2023 | 247 | 115 | 132 | 73.6 | 852 | 38.4 |
| 2022 | 246 | 126 | 120 | 73.5 | 858 | 32.1 |
| 2021 | 216 | 111 | 105 | 74 | 870 | 32.1 |
| 2020 | 231 | 109 | 122 | - | 874 | 32.1 |
| 2019 | 252 | 126 | 126 | 77.7 | 861 | 32.1 |
| 2018 | 245 | 128 | 117 | 80.4 | 867 | 29.4 |
| 2017 | 271 | 144 | 127 | 83.1 | 887 | 30.9 |
| 2016 | 293 | 138 | 155 | 84 | 897 | 34.2 |
| 2015 | 306 | 138 | 168 | 83.1 | 899 | 35.5 |
| 2014 | 324 | 151 | 173 | 82.8 | 906 | 36.1 |
| 2013 | 359 | 176 | 183 | 83.5 | 901 | 37.8 |
| 2012 | 342 | 161 | 181 | 83.9 | 897 | 35.4 |
| 2011 | 366 | 175 | 191 | 79.4 | 899 | 36.4 |
| 2010 | 388 | 192 | 196 | - | 903 | 38.2 |
| 2009 | 369 | 183 | 186 | - | 921 | 38.7 |
| 2008 | 408 | 189 | 219 | - | 921 | 39.5 |
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.