About the school
Goulburn High School is an inclusive, co-educational, comprehensive high school located in the regional centre of Goulburn. Established in 1913, the school caters to approximately 650 students, including an Indigenous population of 41 and four support classes. Goulburn High offers a diverse curriculum from junior through senior years, aiming for academic excellence while providing an enrichment class in Year 7. Highlighted programs include a robust STEM and Robotics initiative, a vocational education program, and extensive career preparation opportunities.
The school's commitment to student wellbeing is evident through its Positive Behaviour for Learning framework, grounded in the values of Respect, Responsibility, and Resilience. Proactive student welfare programs are in place to support this mission. With excellent Future Focused learning facilities, a gymnasium, and a dedicated thirteen-acre farm for rural education, Goulburn High School promotes an engaging and supportive educational environment.
The educational community at Goulburn High is strengthened by collaboration with local primary schools, the Goulburn Institute of TAFE, and community organisations. This is further enhanced by a dynamic staff that prioritises student learning and wellbeing and an active Parents and Citizens Association. The school is deeply committed to ensuring every child feels safe, valued, and ready to engage in their learning journey.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Goulburn High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A The Crescent School 260 m
- B Wollondilly Public School 436 m
- C Goulburn Public School 725 m
- D Goulburn South Public School 1.5 km
- E Goulburn West Public School 1.7 km
- F Goulburn North Public School 2.2 km
- G Goulburn East Public School 2.5 km
- H Mulwaree High School 2.7 km
- I Bradfordville Public School 3.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 648 (305 girls, 343 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 648
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 943 (percentile 22)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 52% / 29% / 15% / 4%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 128
- Indigenous students
- 12%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 12%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 60.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 17.9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 145 |
| Year 8 | 142 |
| Year 9 | 95 |
| Year 10 | 115 |
| Year 11 | 90 |
| Year 12 | 61 |
| Total | 648 |
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 | 648 | 305 | 343 | - | 943 | 60.2 |
| 2024 | 611 | 278 | 333 | 76.8 | 956 | 58.6 |
| 2023 | 562 | 263 | 299 | 79.8 | 946 | 54.8 |
| 2022 | 596 | 297 | 299 | 74.5 | 947 | 55.5 |
| 2021 | 619 | 318 | 301 | 81.2 | 948 | 56 |
| 2020 | 600 | 292 | 308 | - | 947 | 53.3 |
| 2019 | 591 | 281 | 310 | 86.4 | 947 | 53.4 |
| 2018 | 591 | 285 | 306 | 85.6 | 946 | 52.6 |
| 2017 | 654 | 309 | 345 | 86.6 | 945 | 55.6 |
| 2016 | 659 | 299 | 360 | 88.7 | 946 | 52.6 |
| 2015 | 636 | 292 | 344 | 89.8 | 958 | 53.2 |
| 2014 | 651 | 313 | 338 | 89.3 | 962 | 51.9 |
| 2013 | 610 | 304 | 306 | 89.4 | 952 | 52.2 |
| 2012 | 594 | 286 | 308 | 86.7 | 957 | 51.1 |
| 2011 | 607 | 279 | 328 | 86.5 | 948 | 49.6 |
| 2010 | 593 | 282 | 311 | - | 949 | 49.7 |
| 2009 | 568 | 285 | 283 | - | 996 | 48.1 |
| 2008 | 554 | 278 | 276 | - | 996 | 48.8 |
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.