Muswellbrook High School
Striving for Excellence in a School that Cares
About the school
At Muswellbrook High School, a comprehensive coeducational institution located in the Upper Hunter region, highly qualified and dedicated teaching staff foster an environment of academic achievement, sports, agriculture, and cultural pursuits. The school proudly serves its local communities, drawing students from Muswellbrook, Denman, and Martindale. It is situated on the traditional land of the Wanaruah and Kamilaroi peoples, which underlines its commitment to inclusivity and respect for Aboriginal culture.
The school emphasises a broad curriculum designed to cater to diverse learning needs, including a robust Support Unit for students requiring additional assistance. It actively promotes pathways to tertiary education and vocational training, while also nurturing the talents of gifted and Aboriginal students through various enrichment programmes, such as the Graham (Polly) Farmer Foundation.
Muswellbrook High School places a strong focus on developing student potential across a range of disciplines. It encourages participation in sporting events, the arts, and extracurricular activities, supported by an engaged parent community. The dedication of its teaching staff, who provide additional tutoring and mentoring, plays a critical role in ensuring students are well-prepared for future challenges.
With a motto of 'Striving for Excellence in a School that Cares', Muswellbrook High School continually seeks to inspire and challenge its students, preparing them for effective participation in a changing world. The school also fosters international connections, highlighted by its sister school relationship with Sayama Seiryo School in Japan, allowing students to engage with diverse cultures.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today! Providing quality education in a school that cares.
Location & Catchment Area
- Muswellbrook High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Muswellbrook South Public School 805 m
- B Muswellbrook Public School 1.2 km
- C Aberdeen Public School 11.4 km
- D Scone High School 23.5 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 648 (325 girls, 323 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 648
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 869 (percentile 6)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 69% / 22% / 7% / 2%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 150
- Indigenous students
- 31%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 7%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 62.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 18.7
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 106 |
| Year 8 | 121 |
| Year 9 | 115 |
| Year 10 | 126 |
| Year 11 | 101 |
| Year 12 | 79 |
| Total | 648 |
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 | 648 | 325 | 323 | - | 869 | 62.1 |
| 2024 | 700 | 367 | 333 | 73.3 | 872 | 64 |
| 2023 | 718 | 359 | 359 | 72.1 | 880 | 64.3 |
| 2022 | 784 | 372 | 412 | 74.5 | 884 | 64.4 |
| 2021 | 804 | 378 | 426 | 77.4 | 904 | 65.6 |
| 2020 | 886 | 424 | 462 | - | 902 | 67.2 |
| 2019 | 860 | 411 | 449 | 82 | 902 | 66.6 |
| 2018 | 868 | 416 | 452 | 82.9 | 891 | 65.9 |
| 2017 | 825 | 396 | 429 | 84.3 | 900 | 63.7 |
| 2016 | 782 | 382 | 400 | 85.2 | 906 | 60.6 |
| 2015 | 753 | 369 | 384 | 87 | 907 | 58.7 |
| 2014 | 701 | 337 | 364 | 87.3 | 914 | 57.6 |
| 2013 | 718 | 345 | 373 | 86.8 | 917 | 59.2 |
| 2012 | 781 | 393 | 388 | 85.9 | 917 | 61.1 |
| 2011 | 757 | 367 | 390 | 85.8 | 910 | 59.9 |
| 2010 | 728 | 358 | 370 | - | 908 | 59.5 |
| 2009 | 705 | 369 | 336 | - | 921 | 59.6 |
| 2008 | 688 | 374 | 314 | - | 921 | 58.9 |
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.