West Wallsend High School
We are a school that proudly serves our West Wallsend community.
About the school
West Wallsend High School is a co-educational, comprehensive Years 7-12 school located in West Wallsend, catering to approximately 600 students. With a strong emphasis on high expectations, the school fosters an environment that supports and encourages students to achieve their personal best. The school's vision centres on engaged learners, passionate teaching, and exceeding expectations.
Core Values and Programs
The school's Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) framework is integrated into its culture, promoting values of Respect, Responsibility, and Excellence. These principles are reinforced through various recognition and award systems.
West Wallsend High School maintains robust student management and welfare systems, ensuring a safe and peaceful learning environment. The school collaborates closely with local primary schools to create a seamless educational experience from Kindergarten through Year 12.
Educational Offerings
A diverse curriculum is offered, accommodating both mainstream and support class students. A gifted and talented program provides accelerated learning opportunities, while vocational subjects prepare students for employment or further academic pursuits. Technology integration is a priority, with access to diverse resources to enhance student engagement.
Moreover, the school has established strong partnerships with the University of Newcastle, allowing students to interact with university staff and resources. Year 10 students participate in career transition interviews, designed to equip them for the future. The school also organizes regular HSC masterclasses and offers additional tutoring in English and mathematics.
Creativity is encouraged, with students actively participating in dance, music, drama, and visual arts. The school hosts an annual performing arts showcase and engages in regional festivals, fostering community interest and involvement.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Respect | Responsibility | Excellence
Location & Catchment Area
- West Wallsend High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A West Wallsend Public School 664 m
- B Barnsley Public School 2.8 km
- C Edgeworth Heights Public School 3.0 km
- D Edgeworth Public School 3.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 632 (324 girls, 308 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 631
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 940 (percentile 21)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 51% / 31% / 14% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 122
- Indigenous students
- 17%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 5%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 58.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 17.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 139 |
| Year 8 | 141 |
| Year 9 | 127 |
| Year 10 | 96 |
| Year 11 | 72 |
| Year 12 | 57 |
| Total | 632 |
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 | 632 | 324 | 308 | - | 940 | 58.3 |
| 2024 | 643 | 313 | 330 | 82.5 | 942 | 58.7 |
| 2023 | 635 | 314 | 321 | 83.5 | 933 | 58.5 |
| 2022 | 646 | 320 | 326 | 79.8 | 936 | 57.9 |
| 2021 | 658 | 329 | 329 | 85.8 | 924 | 56.9 |
| 2020 | 645 | 318 | 327 | - | 927 | 55.8 |
| 2019 | 600 | 294 | 306 | 87 | 933 | 53.3 |
| 2018 | 566 | 284 | 282 | 86.5 | 923 | 54.2 |
| 2017 | 568 | 274 | 294 | 89.4 | 912 | 50 |
| 2016 | 564 | 283 | 281 | 86.5 | 919 | 51.4 |
| 2015 | 567 | 273 | 294 | 87.6 | 928 | 52 |
| 2014 | 599 | 287 | 312 | 88.3 | 937 | 54 |
| 2013 | 624 | 301 | 323 | 88.1 | 931 | 54.3 |
| 2012 | 618 | 302 | 316 | 89.2 | 924 | 52.6 |
| 2011 | 597 | 270 | 327 | 87.1 | 922 | 52.9 |
| 2010 | 582 | 265 | 317 | - | 917 | 51.7 |
| 2009 | 571 | 260 | 311 | - | 967 | 51.1 |
| 2008 | 554 | 252 | 302 | - | 967 | 51.8 |
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.