About the school
Gundagai High School is a small rural secondary school renowned for its long-held traditions in innovative curriculum structure and a strong emphasis on student wellbeing. The school's executive team continuously assesses various options to maintain a diverse range of course offerings, aiming to align with both student needs and parental expectations. As a result, students at Gundagai High School benefit from a wide-ranging curriculum that rivals those of larger secondary institutions.
Commitment to Wellbeing and Achievement
The school's Learning and Wellbeing policy focuses on recognising student achievements across academic, cultural, sporting, and community spheres. This policy seeks to enhance self-esteem and instil pride in both the school and the local community. Parents can be assured that their children are not just educated but are also supported in developing their character and confidence.
Gundagai High School prides itself on its inclusive and inviting environment, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds and fostering a sense of belonging from day one. With a commitment to empowering each student through high-quality educational experiences, the school strives to develop competent and confident citizens ready to contribute positively to society.
Mission
At Gundagai High School, we help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Our school community is built on the core values of Respect, Responsibility, and Integrity, guiding everything we do and helping students grow into confident, capable young adults.
Location & Catchment Area
- Gundagai High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Gundagai Public School 1.0 km
- B Gundagai South Public School 2.7 km
- C Brungle Public School 16.5 km
- D Nangus Public School 17.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 154 (67 girls, 87 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 153.6
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 923 (percentile 16)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 61% / 28% / 8% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 132
- Indigenous students
- 11%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 22.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 7.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 33 |
| Year 8 | 27 |
| Year 9 | 30 |
| Year 10 | 27 |
| Year 11 | 23 |
| Year 12 | 14 |
| Total | 154 |
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 | 154 | 67 | 87 | - | 923 | 22.5 |
| 2024 | 151 | 70 | 81 | 78.7 | 928 | 22.4 |
| 2023 | 165 | 75 | 90 | 77.6 | 925 | 23.5 |
| 2022 | 165 | 78 | 87 | 75.2 | 917 | 23.8 |
| 2021 | 194 | 95 | 99 | 81.3 | 912 | 24.6 |
| 2020 | 185 | 86 | 99 | - | 917 | 24.3 |
| 2019 | 197 | 91 | 106 | 86.4 | 916 | 23.5 |
| 2018 | 190 | 86 | 104 | 87.1 | 918 | 23.4 |
| 2017 | 191 | 89 | 102 | 89.7 | 931 | 24.1 |
| 2016 | 209 | 99 | 110 | 88.1 | 929 | 25.8 |
| 2015 | 221 | 108 | 113 | 88.5 | 925 | 26.4 |
| 2014 | 226 | 112 | 114 | 86.6 | 941 | 26.8 |
| 2013 | 233 | 109 | 124 | 88.7 | 933 | 26.4 |
| 2012 | 215 | 105 | 110 | 86.2 | 933 | 24.2 |
| 2011 | 232 | 103 | 129 | 88.1 | 937 | 24.9 |
| 2010 | 223 | 98 | 125 | - | 943 | 25.7 |
| 2009 | 235 | 99 | 136 | - | 1002 | 25.9 |
| 2008 | 227 | 98 | 129 | - | 1002 | 25.7 |
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.