About the school
Girraween High School is a fully academically selective, co-educational high school located in Western Sydney, with an enrolment of approximately 784 students. The school boasts an impressive track record, with 100% of Year 12 graduates typically proceeding to tertiary study at a university. Girraween High School prioritises both student wellbeing and academic excellence, employing strategies such as student mentoring and the RAW (Resilience, Achievement and Wellbeing) Model of Positive Education to foster a supportive environment.
Academic and Extracurricular Programs
Teaching and learning at Girraween High School are centred around high expectations for student achievement and the promotion of leadership opportunities among students and staff. The school’s Core Values—Aspire, Respect, and Unite—serve as the foundation of its community, while a diverse range of cocurricular activities ensures students remain engaged. Dedicated staff provide tailored learning experiences to cater to the cognitive and emotional needs of all students, including those identified as high potential and gifted learners.
Commitment to Excellence
Girraween High School is dedicated to strong performance in both NAPLAN and HSC assessments and continually seeks to enhance student educational outcomes through professional development and collaboration among staff. Focus areas include differentiated learning approaches, High Potential and Gifted Education, and holistic educational strategies that extend beyond the classroom, ensuring graduates are well-equipped for university and their future paths in life.
Mission
Girraween High School is a fully academically selective school committed to nurturing high potential and gifted learners. Our vision is to develop well-rounded, confident, and responsible students who actively strive to achieve their full potential in every aspect of their education. In our community, we prioritise unity, ensuring that every student is recognised, valued, and supported in their individual journey.
Location & Catchment Area
- Girraween High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Girraween Public School 534 m
- B Metella Road Public School 1.1 km
- C Toongabbie West Public School 1.4 km
- D Pendle Hill Public School 1.4 km
- E Greystanes High School 1.5 km
- F Beresford Road Public School 1.7 km
- G Pendle Hill High School 1.8 km
- H Darcy Road Public School 2.0 km
- I The Hills Sports High School 2.0 km
- J The Meadows Public School 2.1 km
- K Toongabbie Public School 2.5 km
- L Ringrose Public School 2.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 784 (334 girls, 450 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 781.7
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1199 (percentile 99)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 1% / 4% / 20% / 75%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 0
- Indigenous students
- 0%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 97%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 56.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.7
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 119 |
| Year 8 | 119 |
| Year 9 | 118 |
| Year 10 | 145 |
| Year 11 | 143 |
| Year 12 | 140 |
| Total | 784 |
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 | 784 | 334 | 450 | - | 1199 | 56.2 |
| 2024 | 780 | 345 | 435 | 94.8 | 1197 | 55.9 |
| 2023 | 783 | 340 | 443 | 95.2 | 1191 | 56.6 |
| 2022 | 775 | 346 | 429 | 93.8 | 1191 | 56.8 |
| 2021 | 753 | 309 | 444 | 95.8 | 1192 | 55.3 |
| 2020 | 755 | 327 | 428 | - | 1187 | 54.6 |
| 2019 | 753 | 328 | 425 | 96.1 | 1188 | 54.5 |
| 2018 | 757 | 319 | 438 | 96.7 | 1177 | 54.5 |
| 2017 | 757 | 330 | 427 | 96.9 | 1184 | 54.6 |
| 2016 | 761 | 332 | 429 | 97 | 1180 | 54.5 |
| 2015 | 760 | 360 | 400 | 96.8 | 1183 | 54.6 |
| 2014 | 760 | 361 | 399 | 97.6 | 1189 | 54.6 |
| 2013 | 756 | 359 | 397 | 97.8 | 1198 | 54.6 |
| 2012 | 754 | 365 | 389 | 96.8 | 1161 | 54 |
| 2011 | 752 | 377 | 375 | 97.1 | 1164 | 54.3 |
| 2010 | 759 | 392 | 367 | - | 1169 | 55.2 |
| 2009 | 752 | 377 | 375 | - | 1081 | 55.1 |
| 2008 | 749 | 370 | 379 | - | 1081 | 55.1 |
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.