About the school
Homebush Boys High School strives for excellence and equity in the education and development of young men. This ethos is reflected in the school motto, Recte et Fortiter, upright and strong. Established in 1936, Homebush Boys is a comprehensive community school located in the inner western suburbs of Sydney, with a diverse student population of approximately 1150 boys representing over 50 cultural and language backgrounds, including more than 86% of students with a language background other than English.
The school is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, demonstrated by strong HSC results and notable growth rates in NAPLAN for reading and numeracy. Many graduates secure placements in various university courses, primarily within the Sydney metropolitan area. Homebush Boys High School offers a broad curriculum that nurtures student learning and wellbeing through various programs tailored for individual strengths.
Student initiatives at Homebush Boys focus on wellbeing, creating a supportive learning environment where every student feels valued and engaged. The school actively connects with the local community and participates in various activities, reinforcing a sense of belonging among its students. Furthermore, the experienced teaching staff, comprising over 90 dedicated teachers, is committed to fostering meaningful learning experiences through a dynamic and inclusive educational framework.
Mission
At Homebush Boys High School, we transform lives through learning by providing a high-quality, equitable and inclusive education that empowers every young man to thrive. Guided by our motto Recte et Fortiter, Upright and Strong, we uphold integrity, resilience, and respect in partnership with our richly diverse community.
Location & Catchment Area
- Homebush Boys High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Homebush Public School 761 m
- B Homebush West Public School 963 m
- C Marie Bashir Public School 1.0 km
- D Strathfield Girls High School 1.1 km
- E Chalmers Road School 1.6 km
- F Strathfield North Public School 1.9 km
- G Victoria Avenue Public School 2.1 km
- H Strathfield South High School 2.2 km
- I Burwood Public School 2.3 km
- J Concord Public School 2.8 km
- K Strathfield South Public School 2.8 km
- L Lidcombe Public School 2.8 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 891
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 891
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1043 (percentile 65)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 21% / 27% / 33% / 19%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 67
- Indigenous students
- 1%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 92%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 77.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 19.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 138 |
| Year 8 | 163 |
| Year 9 | 127 |
| Year 10 | 166 |
| Year 11 | 142 |
| Year 12 | 155 |
| Total | 891 |
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 | Attendance % | ICSEA | Teaching staff (FTE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 891 | - | 1043 | 77.3 |
| 2024 | 908 | 88.9 | 1045 | 76.7 |
| 2023 | 922 | 88.9 | 1046 | 72.6 |
| 2022 | 990 | 86 | 1039 | 75.5 |
| 2021 | 1,047 | 91.1 | 1043 | 78 |
| 2020 | 1,075 | - | 1045 | 74.3 |
| 2019 | 1,076 | 92.6 | 1046 | 75.3 |
| 2018 | 1,095 | 92.4 | 1041 | 79.3 |
| 2017 | 1,137 | 91.9 | 1045 | 79.7 |
| 2016 | 1,138 | 93 | 1048 | 79.7 |
| 2015 | 1,156 | 92.8 | 1055 | 80 |
| 2014 | 1,242 | 95.1 | 1059 | 86.2 |
| 2013 | 1,292 | 94.1 | 1063 | 89.5 |
| 2012 | 1,301 | 94.1 | 1093 | 90.1 |
| 2011 | 1,275 | 94.7 | 1093 | 87.6 |
| 2010 | 1,276 | - | 1097 | 86.7 |
| 2009 | 1,244 | - | 1083 | 85.8 |
| 2008 | 1,236 | - | 1083 | 85.8 |
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.