About the school
Canowindra High School (CHS) is situated in Central West NSW, serving students from the rural townships of Canowindra and Cowra, along with surrounding villages. With a strong tradition of educational excellence, CHS is committed to delivering quality learning experiences to all students. As a small school that prides itself on offering big opportunities, the school fosters a nurturing and collaborative environment that celebrates achievements and encourages the development of motivated, tolerant, resilient, and confident 21st Century learners.
The staff at CHS are dedicated to their professional growth and work closely with the community to enhance a welcoming learning environment, promoting a positive learning culture. The school is characterised by caring and experienced educators who focus on providing quality learning opportunities, maximizing student achievement across various programs.
Students have access to a diverse curriculum, particularly at the senior level, ensuring pathways to university, TAFE, or direct workforce entry. Programs such as Aurora, a virtual selective high school facility, extend learning opportunities for academically gifted students. CHS also offers extracurricular activities like the Duke of Edinburgh program, encouraging participation in leadership and community initiatives.
Student leadership is nurtured, with representatives involved in decision-making processes, including fundraising and policy development. The Parent and Citizens (P&C) Association actively strengthens ties between the school and the community. CHS maintains a culture built on mutual respect, responsibility, and trust, guiding students towards personal development and academic success.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Canowindra High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Canowindra Public School 983 m
- B Cargo Public School 19.3 km
- C Gooloogong Public School 22.7 km
- D Woodstock Public School 26.5 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 239 (122 girls, 117 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 237.4
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 945 (percentile 23)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 51% / 29% / 16% / 4%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 121
- Indigenous students
- 15%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 5%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 28
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 8.2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 48 |
| Year 8 | 42 |
| Year 9 | 38 |
| Year 10 | 41 |
| Year 11 | 35 |
| Year 12 | 35 |
| Total | 239 |
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 | 239 | 122 | 117 | - | 945 | 28 |
| 2024 | 258 | 135 | 123 | 80 | 944 | 30.5 |
| 2023 | 259 | 130 | 129 | 83.3 | 950 | 29.5 |
| 2022 | 278 | 133 | 145 | 81.8 | 929 | 29 |
| 2021 | 268 | 121 | 147 | 84.5 | 947 | 29 |
| 2020 | 264 | 119 | 145 | - | 951 | 28 |
| 2019 | 240 | 105 | 135 | 87.9 | 946 | 26.3 |
| 2018 | 238 | 102 | 136 | 88.8 | 938 | 25.6 |
| 2017 | 246 | 118 | 128 | 88.5 | 944 | 25.9 |
| 2016 | 234 | 109 | 125 | 87.1 | 945 | 26.7 |
| 2015 | 225 | 111 | 114 | 88.5 | 940 | 25.1 |
| 2014 | 212 | 95 | 117 | 90.1 | 951 | 25 |
| 2013 | 231 | 103 | 128 | 89.5 | 938 | 25.7 |
| 2012 | 212 | 101 | 111 | 90.3 | 954 | 24.8 |
| 2011 | 227 | 107 | 120 | 90.5 | 951 | 25.1 |
| 2010 | 238 | 122 | 116 | - | 950 | 25.8 |
| 2009 | 253 | 130 | 123 | - | 978 | 26.8 |
| 2008 | 264 | 130 | 134 | - | 978 | 27.6 |
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.