About the school
Hornsby High School is a comprehensive high school located in the northern suburbs of Sydney. The school is committed to providing exceptional learning opportunities, particularly in technology, creative arts, sport, and citizenship. Hornsby High has established itself as a leader in education, with many of its innovative programs being adopted by other schools. Key initiatives include the Habits of the Mind program, the Year 7 Personal Interest Project, and the Whole-school Literacy and Numeracy approach, which contribute to a vibrant educational culture.
The school fosters a highly supportive environment where students are encouraged to thrive. Recognised for its excellence, Hornsby High's growing reputation has led to increasing enrolments within the local community. As a part of the NSW Department of Education's commitment to public education, Hornsby High School is scheduled to transition into a co-educational institution starting in 2026, welcoming students in Years 7, 9, and 11 that year, and fully co-educational by 2027.
The planned upgrades to the infrastructure of Hornsby High School signify the school's dedication to maintaining a modern and welcoming learning environment. The school prides itself on nurturing not only academic success but also personal growth, helping students to become responsible, compassionate, and capable members of the community. With a focus on respect, responsibility, and excellence, Hornsby High School continues to aspire to empower its students to achieve their full potential academically and socially.
Mission
At Hornsby High School, we are committed to nurturing critical thinking, creative and self-directed lifelong learners. We strive to empower students to become resilient, respectful and empathetic individuals who are connected, compassionate, caring members of the community.
Location & Catchment Area
- Hornsby High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Asquith High School 944 m
- B Asquith Public School 1.1 km
- C Hornsby North Public School 1.1 km
- D Hornsby Girls High School 1.6 km
- E Waitara Public School 1.9 km
- F Clarke Road School 2.3 km
- G Mount Colah Public School 2.4 km
- H Hornsby South Public School 2.5 km
- I Hornsby Heights Public School 2.5 km
- J Normanhurst Boys High School 3.2 km
- K Normanhurst West Public School 3.5 km
- L Normanhurst Public School 3.5 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 542 (0 girls, 542 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 541.8
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1045 (percentile 66)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 16% / 32% / 33% / 19%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 63
- Indigenous students
- 4%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 25%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 48.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 9.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 98 |
| Year 8 | 115 |
| Year 9 | 64 |
| Year 10 | 108 |
| Year 11 | 77 |
| Year 12 | 80 |
| Total | 542 |
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 | 542 | 0 | 542 | - | 1045 | 48.6 |
| 2024 | 553 | 0 | 553 | 88.7 | 1043 | 47.6 |
| 2023 | 520 | 0 | 520 | 89.1 | 1044 | 45.5 |
| 2022 | 577 | 0 | 577 | 84.1 | 1044 | 47.6 |
| 2021 | 588 | 0 | 588 | 91.5 | 1049 | 49.5 |
| 2020 | 586 | 0 | 586 | - | 1050 | 50.1 |
| 2019 | 582 | 0 | 582 | 91.5 | 1051 | 48.4 |
| 2018 | 585 | 0 | 585 | 91.2 | 1050 | 49.1 |
| 2017 | 602 | 0 | 602 | 93.3 | 1047 | 48.8 |
| 2016 | 589 | 0 | 589 | 93.2 | 1043 | 47.5 |
| 2015 | 578 | 0 | 578 | 92.8 | 1046 | 47.3 |
| 2014 | 564 | 0 | 564 | 94.2 | 1045 | 47.5 |
| 2013 | 570 | 0 | 570 | 93 | 1045 | 47.7 |
| 2012 | 576 | 0 | 576 | 93.2 | 1043 | 47.2 |
| 2011 | 575 | 0 | 575 | 91.2 | 1044 | 47.3 |
| 2010 | 567 | 0 | 567 | - | 1041 | 46.7 |
| 2009 | 550 | 0 | 550 | - | 1107 | 45.2 |
| 2008 | 460 | 0 | 460 | - | 1107 | 42.1 |
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.