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The Rivers Secondary College, Lismore High Campus

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Campus of The Rivers Secondary College

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About the school

Lismore High Campus is a pivotal institution within The Rivers Secondary College network, serving the Lismore community since its inception in 1920 as the first public high school in the area. With an enrolment of approximately 400 students in 2017, including a support unit for 30 students, the school demonstrates a commitment to diverse educational needs, notably having a significant Aboriginal student population of 20% and 5% from Non-English Speaking Backgrounds.

Recent improvements at Lismore High Campus reflect its dedication to educational excellence. The school has achieved the highest attendance rates in five years, while National Assessment Program Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) growth rates have reached their peak in seven years. Moreover, the Higher School Certificate results showcase the most improvement in a decade, underscoring the school's focus on enhancing teaching quality and learning outcomes.

A strong partnership with Southern Cross University provides students with access to extensive resources and facilities, further enriching their educational experience. Collaborative efforts with Richmond River High Campus and Kadina High Campus enable enhanced curriculum delivery at Year 11 and 12.

The proactive involvement of parents and carers, along with an active School Council and Parents and Citizens Association, highlights a supportive community around the school. Lismore High Campus fosters an environment of continuous improvement and inclusivity, reflecting its commitment to providing high-quality education to every learner within the Lismore community.

Mission

The school is proud to be part of a connected network of public schools that provides inclusive, high-quality education for every learner. Teachers work collaboratively to share expertise and create personalised learning pathways for all students.

Part of The Rivers Secondary College

One of 3 campuses that make up this college:

Location & Catchment Area

  • The Rivers Secondary College, Lismore High Campus

Nearby or Connected Schools

Profile (2025)

Total enrolments
438 (211 girls, 227 boys)
Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
438
ICSEA What does this mean?
934 (percentile 19)
SEA quarters What does this mean?
50% / 27% / 16% / 7%
FOEI What does this mean?
119
Indigenous students
21%
LBOTE What does this mean?
10%
Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
42.4
Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
11.4

Enrolments by grade (2025)

Grade Headcount
Year 7 76
Year 8 80
Year 9 83
Year 10 96
Year 11 50
Year 12 53
Total 438

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 438 211 227 - 934 42.4
2024 436 207 229 81.7 939 46.4
2023 445 212 233 80.9 949 46.3
2022 444 213 231 78.6 943 45.5
2021 457 220 237 81.5 936 42.6
2020 478 224 254 - 933 41.9
2019 425 206 219 85.3 937 40.7
2018 407 208 199 83.5 926 39.3
2017 365 186 179 83.6 937 37.4
2016 355 173 182 82.6 929 38
2015 354 171 183 81.7 914 38.2
2014 364 179 185 81.2 906 39.6
2013 418 204 214 82.7 924 43.4
2012 452 225 227 82.4 917 45.5
2011 554 282 272 83.3 914 52.9
2010 655 314 341 - 922 56.3
2009 734 365 369 - 974 61.1
2008 788 402 386 - 974 63

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.

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