About the school
Moss Vale High School is a dynamic and caring educational institution committed to quality schooling for a diverse range of student abilities and interests. Located in spacious grounds overlooking the northern outskirts of Moss Vale, the school serves a wide community from Robertson to Wingello. Students are encouraged to achieve their personal best through a broad curriculum, which includes a variety of academic subjects such as Extension Maths, English, History, Agriculture, Dance, Drama, and Music.
Academic and Extracurricular Opportunities
At Moss Vale High School, opportunities extend beyond the classroom through leadership, sporting, and cultural activities; notable programs include overseas travel and a student exchange initiative. The school also boasts an award-winning Special Education Faculty catering to students with special needs and offers a wide range of Vocational Education and Training options, including Hospitality, Primary Industries, Building Construction, and Business Services.
Community Involvement
Strong collaboration with parents and the local community is a pillar of the school's philosophy, aiming to inspire success through innovation, opportunity, and connection. The dedicated and skilled staff foster a supportive environment where students are equipped to become positive, productive members of society. A comprehensive well-being policy further ensures that each student develops essential self-esteem, laying the groundwork for individual success.
Mission
Passionately committed to providing innovative educational experiences for all, focusing on pathways to personal success, collaborative partnerships and respect for others.
Location & Catchment Area
- Moss Vale High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Moss Vale Public School 1.7 km
- B Bowral High School 7.8 km
- C Berrima Public School 8.4 km
- D Bowral Public School 8.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 790 (383 girls, 407 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 789.8
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1015 (percentile 54)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 28% / 32% / 26% / 14%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 81
- Indigenous students
- 6%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 13%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 64.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 18.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 160 |
| Year 8 | 152 |
| Year 9 | 163 |
| Year 10 | 135 |
| Year 11 | 103 |
| Year 12 | 77 |
| 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 | 383 | 407 | - | 1015 | 64.8 |
| 2024 | 756 | 384 | 372 | 85.5 | 1014 | 63.2 |
| 2023 | 740 | 396 | 344 | 86.3 | 1014 | 64.5 |
| 2022 | 748 | 386 | 362 | 82.8 | 1007 | 61.1 |
| 2021 | 706 | 361 | 345 | 87.4 | 1004 | 59.1 |
| 2020 | 725 | 371 | 354 | - | 1002 | 59 |
| 2019 | 720 | 373 | 347 | 87.5 | 991 | 57.8 |
| 2018 | 647 | 318 | 329 | 87.7 | 989 | 54.9 |
| 2017 | 645 | 309 | 336 | 90.2 | 978 | 53.8 |
| 2016 | 603 | 288 | 315 | 89.9 | 985 | 53 |
| 2015 | 608 | 295 | 313 | 90.5 | 982 | 50.8 |
| 2014 | 600 | 305 | 295 | 89 | 982 | 50.1 |
| 2013 | 573 | 290 | 283 | 88.7 | 973 | 48.7 |
| 2012 | 576 | 299 | 277 | 90.6 | 969 | 50.2 |
| 2011 | 609 | 300 | 309 | 89.5 | 964 | 51.3 |
| 2010 | 635 | 312 | 323 | - | 964 | 52.5 |
| 2009 | 642 | 317 | 325 | - | 979 | 55.5 |
| 2008 | 665 | 323 | 342 | - | 979 | 56.2 |
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.