Hunters Hill High School
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About the school
Hunters Hill High School, established in 1958, is a dynamic learning environment situated on a serene six-hectare site along the Lane Cove River. Catering to boys and girls from Year 7 to Year 12, the school features a beautiful campus that includes a spectacular hall, a state-of-the-art commercial kitchen, science laboratories, and an administration building adorned with student artwork from the Hedley Gallery.
Academic Excellence
The school's robust academic programme promotes personal excellence across various fields, including academic, sporting, and creative endeavours. Notably, in 2016, 92 students achieved impressive HSC results, with the Dux, Beth Hopkins, named in the BOSTES All Rounders Achievers List. The school also boasted 40 mentions on the BOSTES Distinguished Achievers List and saw many students progress to university study, with alumni among university medal recipients.
Enrichment and Leadership
Hunters Hill High School is committed to developing well-rounded individuals. Its enrichment programs cater to gifted and talented students and include dance, drama, music, debating, and student leadership opportunities. Strong partnerships with local primary schools facilitate smooth transitions and active engagement in community events.
Community and Culture
The school prides itself on fostering an inclusive community that values diversity and promotes social justice. Celebrated for its achievements, students from Hunters Hill have excelled in various competitions and artistic performances, showcasing their talents in significant venues like the Sydney Opera House. Furthermore, the Parents and Citizens Association plays a vital role in supporting school activities and initiatives, contributing to a vibrant school culture.
Mission
Hunters Hill High School fosters a thriving culture of best practice where every student is challenged, supported, and inspired to realise their potential. Literacy, Numeracy, and higher-order thinking are developed across every KLA, and teachers are reflective practitioners who use evidence-informed strategies to ensure continual growth and success.
Location & Catchment Area
- Hunters Hill High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Hunters Hill Public School 370 m
- B Riverside Girls High School 1.0 km
- C Boronia Park Public School 1.7 km
- D Gladesville Public School 2.1 km
- E Field of Mars Environmental Education Centre 2.3 km
- F Lane Cove West Public School 2.6 km
- G Lane Cove Public School 2.6 km
- H Drummoyne Public School 2.6 km
- I Abbotsford Public School 2.7 km
- J Russell Lea Public School 3.2 km
- K Mowbray Public School 3.3 km
- L Greenwich Public School 3.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 790 (305 girls, 485 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 789.4
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1104 (percentile 85)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 7% / 18% / 33% / 42%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 34
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 43%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 59.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 139 |
| Year 8 | 114 |
| Year 9 | 122 |
| Year 10 | 148 |
| Year 11 | 144 |
| Year 12 | 123 |
| Total | 790 |
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 | 790 | 305 | 485 | - | 1104 | 59.2 |
| 2024 | 797 | 313 | 484 | 87.6 | 1095 | 58.5 |
| 2023 | 783 | 323 | 460 | 88.5 | 1093 | 56.1 |
| 2022 | 764 | 312 | 452 | 88.9 | 1093 | 55.9 |
| 2021 | 746 | 300 | 446 | 90.3 | 1090 | 55.8 |
| 2020 | 774 | 313 | 461 | - | 1086 | 56.4 |
| 2019 | 701 | 273 | 428 | 91.3 | 1082 | 51.7 |
| 2018 | 680 | 272 | 408 | 92.2 | 1092 | 50.4 |
| 2017 | 600 | 212 | 388 | 92.2 | 1089 | 48.4 |
| 2016 | 609 | 215 | 394 | 90.1 | 1083 | 46.4 |
| 2015 | 580 | 223 | 357 | 91.6 | 1091 | 45.5 |
| 2014 | 549 | 197 | 352 | 92 | 1078 | 43.9 |
| 2013 | 563 | 194 | 369 | 92 | 1090 | 44.8 |
| 2012 | 571 | 188 | 383 | 90.3 | 1095 | 44.8 |
| 2011 | 571 | 187 | 384 | 92 | 1098 | 45.5 |
| 2010 | 575 | 178 | 397 | - | 1101 | 45 |
| 2009 | 615 | 193 | 422 | - | 1128 | 47.3 |
| 2008 | 636 | 206 | 430 | - | 1128 | 48.6 |
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.