About the school
Strathfield Girls High School is situated in a well-established and highly sought after residential area. Established in 1953 as a single sex comprehensive high school, it was designated as a languages high school in 1990. Eighty-five percent of its students hail from backgrounds other than English, promoting a secure multicultural environment where cultural tolerance and understanding are key priorities. The school is highly regarded for its academic and sporting excellence, as well as high achievement in the creative and performing arts, school well-being, and social harmony.
Community Engagement
Strathfield Girls High School fosters a caring and friendly atmosphere that encourages students to excel in all fields of endeavour. The school places a strong emphasis on personal growth, aiming to boost students' confidence and self-esteem while encouraging them to contribute positively to society.
Academic Excellence
The school's commitment to nurturing its students is reflected in its focus on providing high-quality education. Strathfield Girls High School offers targeted literacy and numeracy support across all year levels, ensuring that every student has the necessary tools and resources for academic success.
Strathfield Girls High School works in partnership with local industries and universities to create enriching experiences that prepare students for future opportunities. The school's leadership programs enable students to take on leadership roles, building their skills and confidence for lifelong success.
With a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, Strathfield Girls High School continues to empower young women to become confident, ethical leaders and lifelong learners.
Mission
Our school is a respected comprehensive high school which provides nurturing, quality, cutting edge education that empowers girls to become confident, responsible and successful citizens of the 21st century.
Location & Catchment Area
- Strathfield Girls High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Marie Bashir Public School 496 m
- B Chalmers Road School 687 m
- C Homebush Public School 734 m
- D Homebush Boys High School 1.1 km
- E Burwood Public School 1.4 km
- F Strathfield South High School 1.8 km
- G Homebush West Public School 1.8 km
- H Enfield Public School 1.9 km
- I Strathfield South Public School 1.9 km
- J Strathfield North Public School 2.3 km
- K Concord Public School 2.4 km
- L Concord High School 2.5 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 1,063
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1,061.3
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1077 (percentile 78)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 12% / 23% / 34% / 31%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 52
- Indigenous students
- 1%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 90%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 75.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 13.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 161 |
| Year 8 | 188 |
| Year 9 | 166 |
| Year 10 | 169 |
| Year 11 | 201 |
| Year 12 | 178 |
| Total | 1,063 |
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 | 1,063 | - | 1077 | 75.4 |
| 2024 | 1,096 | 92.2 | 1075 | 76.1 |
| 2023 | 1,033 | 92.9 | 1073 | 73.2 |
| 2022 | 1,037 | 91.4 | 1081 | 73 |
| 2021 | 1,081 | 95.5 | 1076 | 76.5 |
| 2020 | 1,069 | - | 1073 | 73.4 |
| 2019 | 1,028 | 95.3 | 1072 | 72.9 |
| 2018 | 1,074 | 95.7 | 1061 | 75.9 |
| 2017 | 1,127 | 96.4 | 1063 | 80 |
| 2016 | 1,150 | 96.3 | 1058 | 79.8 |
| 2015 | 1,161 | 96.2 | 1059 | 79.1 |
| 2014 | 1,152 | 97 | 1057 | 79.2 |
| 2013 | 1,157 | 96.6 | 1076 | 79.8 |
| 2012 | 1,144 | 95.5 | 1093 | 78.8 |
| 2011 | 1,126 | 95.3 | 1084 | 78.5 |
| 2010 | 1,148 | - | 1086 | 77.8 |
| 2009 | 1,094 | - | 1091 | 75.4 |
| 2008 | 1,046 | - | 1091 | 74.8 |
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.