Gilgandra High School
NIL SINE LABORE - Nothing without effort
About the school
Gilgandra High School is a comprehensive public school that serves students from Year 7 to Year 12. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment that caters to the diverse needs of its student population. Located in Gilgandra, the school prides itself on its strong academic reputation, which is bolstered by a nurturing atmosphere that prioritises both academic success and personal wellbeing.
Curriculum and Opportunities
The curriculum at Gilgandra High School is designed to prepare students for the future. It includes a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities that encourage students to explore their interests and passions, such as Creative and Performing Arts, Sports, and various cultural initiatives. Students are also encouraged to develop their leadership skills through numerous programs.
Support and Community Engagement
Gilgandra High School places a strong emphasis on fostering relationships with parents and the wider community. This connection is facilitated through the school’s Parents and Citizens organisation and the Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG). The school is dedicated to ensuring that every student is supported in their learning journey, with tailored assistance available to meet individual needs.
Resources and Facilities
The school is equipped with modern technology resources, enhancing the quality of teaching and learning. This commitment to quality teaching is mirrored by the school's experienced staff, who are dedicated to ongoing professional development. Additionally, the school participates in programs aimed at improving school infrastructure and creating a healthier learning environment.
Mission
Gilgandra High School is an inclusive, culturally diverse, rural school; collaborating with the wider community to ensure students aspire to meet educational, work and life challenges in a rapidly changing global environment.
Location & Catchment Area
- Gilgandra High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Gilgandra Public School 537 m
- B Eumungerie Public School 27.9 km
- C Tooraweenah Public School 37.9 km
- D Mendooran Central School 45.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 185 (84 girls, 101 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 184.2
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 849 (percentile 5)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 63% / 26% / 9% / 2%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 146
- Indigenous students
- 44%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 4%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 27
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 31 |
| Year 8 | 43 |
| Year 9 | 40 |
| Year 10 | 37 |
| Year 11 | 20 |
| Year 12 | 14 |
| Total | 185 |
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 | 185 | 84 | 101 | - | 849 | 27 |
| 2024 | 189 | 88 | 101 | 73.7 | 842 | 32.6 |
| 2023 | 189 | 92 | 97 | 78.9 | 859 | 31.2 |
| 2022 | 204 | 102 | 102 | 73.8 | 889 | 31.4 |
| 2021 | 225 | 112 | 113 | 81.6 | 895 | 30.4 |
| 2020 | 229 | 117 | 112 | - | 898 | 30.2 |
| 2019 | 222 | 117 | 105 | 79.6 | 891 | 30.2 |
| 2018 | 224 | 121 | 103 | 85.4 | 885 | 29.6 |
| 2017 | 237 | 130 | 107 | 87.8 | 886 | 30.3 |
| 2016 | 253 | 131 | 122 | 87.5 | 887 | 29.2 |
| 2015 | 264 | 136 | 128 | 89.4 | 873 | 30.4 |
| 2014 | 285 | 152 | 133 | 88.1 | 895 | 32.1 |
| 2013 | 325 | 166 | 159 | 89 | 886 | 33.7 |
| 2012 | 337 | 171 | 166 | 86.8 | 904 | 32.6 |
| 2011 | 320 | 155 | 165 | 85 | 902 | 32.6 |
| 2010 | 335 | 166 | 169 | - | 904 | 33.9 |
| 2009 | 350 | 176 | 174 | - | 987 | 34.6 |
| 2008 | 365 | 188 | 177 | - | 987 | 34.7 |
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.