Young High School
Per Ardua Ad Astra - Through Adversity To The Stars
About the school
Young High School is located on the south west slopes of New South Wales, catering to students from surrounding small rural communities. It offers a diverse range of academic, cultural, and sporting opportunities. The school actively encourages parent and community involvement in education, fostering strong partnerships with local TAFE institutions to enhance learning experiences. Students are motivated to achieve their personal best in a nurturing environment, supported by a dedicated and skilled teaching staff. The school's recent infrastructure enhancements include a new joint-use library and community facility, completed in August 2023, which enhances the educational resources available to students. Young High School prides itself on creating a comprehensive educational program that is inclusive and responsive to the needs of all students, helping them to thrive in a supportive and innovative learning environment. The school's commitment to promoting student wellbeing and learning is reflected in its dedicated teams working closely with families to tailor support for each student's unique educational journey. Furthermore, student engagement in extracurricular activities is encouraged, allowing them to explore their interests beyond the classroom. With a strong emphasis on community values and personal development, Young High School serves as a vital educational hub for its community, ensuring that each student feels valued and empowered to succeed.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Young High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Young Public School 493 m
- B Young North Public School 1.4 km
- C Maimuru Public School 10.9 km
- D Wombat Public School 12.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 495 (263 girls, 232 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 495
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 920 (percentile 15)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 58% / 27% / 11% / 4%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 132
- Indigenous students
- 16%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 16%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 50.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 14.7
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 95 |
| Year 8 | 85 |
| Year 9 | 121 |
| Year 10 | 86 |
| Year 11 | 65 |
| Year 12 | 43 |
| Total | 495 |
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 | 495 | 263 | 232 | - | 920 | 50.8 |
| 2024 | 520 | 276 | 244 | 80.2 | 923 | 52.1 |
| 2023 | 530 | 263 | 267 | 82.2 | 933 | 53.6 |
| 2022 | 529 | 257 | 272 | 79.7 | 928 | 51.2 |
| 2021 | 523 | 249 | 274 | 83.8 | 932 | 49.8 |
| 2020 | 556 | 278 | 278 | - | 933 | 50.8 |
| 2019 | 553 | 279 | 274 | 87.7 | 932 | 49.5 |
| 2018 | 587 | 296 | 291 | 87.3 | 923 | 50.8 |
| 2017 | 576 | 286 | 290 | 85.9 | 919 | 49.6 |
| 2016 | 556 | 257 | 299 | 85.9 | 923 | 48 |
| 2015 | 525 | 253 | 272 | 88.4 | 929 | 46.8 |
| 2014 | 538 | 255 | 283 | 87.3 | 933 | 48.2 |
| 2013 | 564 | 259 | 305 | 87.8 | 944 | 49.3 |
| 2012 | 583 | 281 | 302 | 85.1 | 944 | 51.5 |
| 2011 | 613 | 313 | 300 | 85.6 | 945 | 53.4 |
| 2010 | 608 | 322 | 286 | - | 944 | 52.6 |
| 2009 | 599 | 302 | 297 | - | 992 | 51.9 |
| 2008 | 571 | 292 | 279 | - | 992 | 50.7 |
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.