About the school
Castle Hill High School is a large coeducational state school located in the northern Sydney region, established in 1963. The school is highly regarded within the community as a premier place for education, with a focus on high expectations, academic excellence, and student leadership. Its curriculum is extensive, complemented by a vibrant extracurricular program that features an annual musical, various bands, debating, public speaking, and a commendable sporting tradition.
Student Programs
The school offers an exemplary gifted and talented program aimed at maximising the potential of students while also challenging those with special gifts. Leadership and welfare programs are well-structured, enabling students to develop self-awareness, teamwork, and initiative. The dedicated staff bring a variety of talents and experiences, underpinning the school’s commitment to fostering a strong learning environment.
Values and Culture
Castle Hill High School believes that positive values are fundamental to learning and relationships. As such, the school fosters a culture based on respect, cooperation, celebration, and personal responsibility. This environment encourages students to engage fully, uphold ethical standards, and contribute meaningfully to the community beyond their school years. The collective commitment of the school community, which includes parents and local partners, plays a crucial role in enhancing the educational experience and resources available to students.
Mission
Castle Hill High School strives to challenge minds and build character. Underpinning this mission are two imperative values that the school agrees are essential for the realisation of this quest: respect and excellence.
Location & Catchment Area
- Castle Hill High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Castle Hill Public School 494 m
- B Samuel Gilbert Public School 1.7 km
- C Excelsior Public School 1.8 km
- D Oakhill Drive Public School 2.2 km
- E Baulkham Hills High School 2.7 km
- F Baulkham Hills North Public School 2.8 km
- G Glenhaven Public School 2.9 km
- H Crestwood High School 2.9 km
- I Sherwood Ridge Public School 3.1 km
- J Kellyville High School 3.4 km
- K Crestwood Public School 3.6 km
- L Cherrybrook Technology High School 3.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 1,845 (867 girls, 978 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1,842
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1121 (percentile 89)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 5% / 15% / 32% / 48%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 21
- Indigenous students
- 0%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 68%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 124.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 19.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 292 |
| Year 8 | 255 |
| Year 9 | 306 |
| Year 10 | 324 |
| Year 11 | 363 |
| Year 12 | 305 |
| Total | 1,845 |
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 | 1,845 | 867 | 978 | - | 1121 | 124.1 |
| 2024 | 1,900 | 876 | 1,024 | 89.4 | 1118 | 126.6 |
| 2023 | 2,028 | 957 | 1,071 | 89.6 | 1117 | 133.6 |
| 2022 | 2,051 | 979 | 1,072 | 89.2 | 1118 | 133.6 |
| 2021 | 2,008 | 972 | 1,036 | 91.7 | 1116 | 131.8 |
| 2020 | 1,965 | 963 | 1,002 | - | 1112 | 125.1 |
| 2019 | 1,801 | 890 | 911 | 91.6 | 1108 | 117.7 |
| 2018 | 1,730 | 865 | 865 | 93 | 1102 | 112.4 |
| 2017 | 1,631 | 795 | 836 | 94.2 | 1108 | 104.1 |
| 2016 | 1,534 | 765 | 769 | 94.7 | 1095 | 100.1 |
| 2015 | 1,485 | 752 | 733 | 94.1 | 1099 | 96.5 |
| 2014 | 1,407 | 708 | 699 | 94.6 | 1099 | 91.7 |
| 2013 | 1,354 | 682 | 672 | 94.5 | 1102 | 89.9 |
| 2012 | 1,335 | 675 | 660 | 93.2 | 1100 | 88 |
| 2011 | 1,270 | 647 | 623 | 94.1 | 1100 | 83.8 |
| 2010 | 1,276 | 653 | 623 | - | 1102 | 82.3 |
| 2009 | 1,201 | 625 | 576 | - | 1132 | 79.2 |
| 2008 | 1,136 | 568 | 568 | - | 1132 | 76.5 |
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.