About the school
Murwillumbah High School was established in 1929 and is one of the oldest comprehensive co-educational secondary schools in NSW. The school has a long-standing tradition of outstanding academic, cultural, creative, vocational, and sporting achievement, offering excellent programs that cater to the needs of all students. It plays a significant role in the local community, particularly in the arts, with its annual Arts Week showcasing various aspects of the creative and performing arts.
Community Engagement
The school’s commitment to inclusivity is reflected in its programs designed to support students with special needs and from diverse cultural backgrounds. With a strong emphasis on engaging students with Asia, Murwillumbah High School facilitates two visits annually from Japanese schools, alongside overseas trips to Japan in alternate years. This engagement enriches the educational experience and strengthens cultural ties.
Teaching and Learning Environment
The highly qualified and experienced teaching staff are dedicated to fostering a secure and caring learning environment. They employ contemporary and challenging teaching strategies, enabling students to achieve their full potential. The school's motto, 'Creating Our Future', embodies its mission to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and values necessary to shape their future positively. Through its comprehensive curriculum, the school empowers students to contribute meaningfully to their local community and the broader society.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Inspiring Every Student Every Day.
Location & Catchment Area
- Murwillumbah High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Murwillumbah Public School 514 m
- B Murwillumbah East Public School 2.1 km
- C Wollumbin High School 2.8 km
- D Dungay Public School 5.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 347 (171 girls, 176 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 340.4
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 950 (percentile 25)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 49% / 32% / 15% / 5%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 118
- Indigenous students
- 13%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 9%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 44.6
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 58 |
| Year 8 | 53 |
| Year 9 | 67 |
| Year 10 | 77 |
| Year 11 | 57 |
| Year 12 | 35 |
| Total | 347 |
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 | 347 | 171 | 176 | - | 950 | 44.6 |
| 2024 | 577 | 280 | 297 | 75.3 | 947 | 85 |
| 2023 | 654 | 310 | 344 | 78.1 | 964 | 88 |
| 2022 | 380 | 170 | 210 | 77.4 | 967 | 50.5 |
| 2021 | 392 | 181 | 211 | 78.9 | 971 | 50.5 |
| 2020 | 470 | 232 | 238 | - | 969 | 51.5 |
| 2019 | 430 | 202 | 228 | 82.4 | 969 | 49.5 |
| 2018 | 440 | 204 | 236 | 83.7 | 952 | 50.1 |
| 2017 | 468 | 224 | 244 | 85.5 | 953 | 49.9 |
| 2016 | 505 | 244 | 261 | 85.8 | 947 | 52.8 |
| 2015 | 505 | 232 | 273 | 86.9 | 950 | 51.9 |
| 2014 | 557 | 272 | 285 | 84.9 | 950 | 53.5 |
| 2013 | 589 | 287 | 302 | 84.1 | 959 | 56.7 |
| 2012 | 615 | 295 | 320 | 86.1 | 968 | 58 |
| 2011 | 638 | 303 | 335 | 87.3 | 969 | 58.4 |
| 2010 | 639 | 301 | 338 | - | 971 | 57.3 |
| 2009 | 611 | 283 | 328 | - | 1001 | 54.7 |
| 2008 | 629 | 284 | 345 | - | 1001 | 55.4 |
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.