About the school
Richmond High School, the first secondary school in the Hawkesbury, is a comprehensive, co-educational institution serving students from Year 7 to Year 12 in a semi-rural environment. The school prides itself on providing quality education, creating an atmosphere where all students can reach their potential as lifelong learners. Core values at Richmond High School focus on cultivating safe, respectful learners with strong student leadership and community ties.
Wellbeing and Support
Richmond High fosters a supportive learning environment that prioritises student wellbeing, offering programs that promote harmony and social support. The school caters to all ability levels, including high-achieving students and those with specific learning needs. Programs such as peer tutoring in numeracy ensure that every student has the tools they need to succeed.
Curriculum and Learning
The school offers a wide-ranging curriculum that encompasses academic, vocational, and elective courses. Access to school-based vocational courses and partnerships with local TAFE and high schools help to develop essential skills. Notable facilities include the Hawkesbury Trade Training Centre, with a hospitality facility on site and an upgraded metals facility.
Extracurricular Activities
Students also benefit from a rich array of extracurricular activities, including a successful outdoor recreation program, the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme, and various performance and sporting groups. A strong sense of community spirit and a commitment to charitable causes are integral to the school culture, with student leadership actively raising funds for local initiatives.
With a focus on academic excellence and a commitment to innovation and quality teaching, Richmond High School stands as a pillar of educational success in its community.
Mission
Providing quality education where all can reach their potential as a life-long learner.
Location & Catchment Area
- Richmond High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Hobartville Public School 537 m
- B Richmond Public School 1.0 km
- C Richmond Agricultural Centre 1.6 km
- D Richmond North Public School 3.5 km
- E Colo High School 5.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 750 (362 girls, 388 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 750
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 987 (percentile 41)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 37% / 26% / 21% / 16%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 103
- Indigenous students
- 16%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 30%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 67.7
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 18.7
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 163 |
| Year 8 | 163 |
| Year 9 | 150 |
| Year 10 | 151 |
| Year 11 | 78 |
| Year 12 | 45 |
| Total | 750 |
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 | 750 | 362 | 388 | - | 987 | 67.7 |
| 2024 | 725 | 350 | 375 | 84.6 | 980 | 65.6 |
| 2023 | 668 | 324 | 344 | 84.5 | 967 | 58.8 |
| 2022 | 618 | 298 | 320 | 80.1 | 946 | 56.5 |
| 2021 | 593 | 281 | 312 | 82.4 | 944 | 54.8 |
| 2020 | 619 | 294 | 325 | - | 939 | 52.9 |
| 2019 | 620 | 296 | 324 | 86.7 | 940 | 53.7 |
| 2018 | 604 | 298 | 306 | 87.1 | 935 | 52.5 |
| 2017 | 620 | 300 | 320 | 87.1 | 939 | 54 |
| 2016 | 684 | 322 | 362 | 86.1 | 944 | 57 |
| 2015 | 704 | 333 | 371 | 86.4 | 940 | 57.2 |
| 2014 | 756 | 350 | 406 | 86.8 | 944 | 58.9 |
| 2013 | 736 | 333 | 403 | 86.6 | 944 | 58.5 |
| 2012 | 763 | 370 | 393 | 88.5 | 947 | 59.4 |
| 2011 | 800 | 392 | 408 | 88.5 | 942 | 60.8 |
| 2010 | 795 | 392 | 403 | - | 944 | 60.1 |
| 2009 | 779 | 389 | 390 | - | 976 | 60.1 |
| 2008 | 774 | 404 | 370 | - | 976 | 60.3 |
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.