About the school
Gulgong High School is a student-focused, outcomes-driven school located in the rural heart of the Central West of NSW. The school prides itself on fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and community spirit through quality teaching and differentiated learning, ensuring that each student is supported to achieve their personal best. Dedicated and passionate staff create engaging learning environments that challenge and inspire students, while respect and responsibility underpin the school's culture.
Community and Inclusion
At Gulgong High School, strong relationships between students, staff, and families contribute to a supportive environment where young people are encouraged to grow as confident learners and emerging leaders. The school proudly celebrates the unique strengths, culture, and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students as an integral part of its identity. Students are actively encouraged to contribute positively to their community while developing essential skills and values for the future.
Curriculum and Opportunities
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum for Year 7 to Year 12 students, including a diverse range of elective and HSC courses that support various student interests and future aspirations. Gulgong High School also promotes participation in co-curricular activities across sport, arts, leadership, and community service, allowing students to discover their passions and build valuable life skills. By building on strong traditions, the school seeks to create meaningful opportunities for every student to succeed and thrive.
Mission
Every student is known, valued and cared for. Our focus is on helping each young person connect, succeed, and thrive.
Location & Catchment Area
- Gulgong High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Gulgong Public School 222 m
- B Red Hill Environmental Education Centre 607 m
- C Mudgee Public School 26.5 km
- D Mudgee High School 26.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 213 (103 girls, 110 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 213
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 868 (percentile 6)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 74% / 20% / 4% / 2%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 144
- Indigenous students
- 28%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 27
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 9
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 43 |
| Year 8 | 42 |
| Year 9 | 47 |
| Year 10 | 40 |
| Year 11 | 26 |
| Year 12 | 15 |
| Total | 213 |
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 | 213 | 103 | 110 | - | 868 | 27 |
| 2024 | 237 | 121 | 116 | 76.8 | 874 | 27.9 |
| 2023 | 228 | 123 | 105 | 78 | 874 | 28.2 |
| 2022 | 253 | 134 | 119 | 77.6 | 886 | 29.1 |
| 2021 | 276 | 142 | 134 | 83.1 | 907 | 31.1 |
| 2020 | 302 | 149 | 153 | - | 916 | 32.3 |
| 2019 | 275 | 136 | 139 | 88 | 927 | 30.7 |
| 2018 | 253 | 128 | 125 | 88.4 | 925 | 27.6 |
| 2017 | 230 | 111 | 119 | 90.5 | 910 | 26 |
| 2016 | 226 | 98 | 128 | 91.2 | 912 | 25.8 |
| 2015 | 237 | 112 | 125 | 88.2 | 909 | 26.9 |
| 2014 | 247 | 115 | 132 | 89.3 | 911 | 27.9 |
| 2013 | 251 | 121 | 130 | 90.4 | 941 | 28.6 |
| 2012 | 276 | 131 | 145 | 91.4 | 934 | 30.6 |
| 2011 | 266 | 142 | 124 | 90.2 | 937 | 29.6 |
| 2010 | 262 | 140 | 122 | - | 928 | 29.3 |
| 2009 | 259 | 137 | 122 | - | 961 | 29.4 |
| 2008 | 264 | 139 | 125 | - | 961 | 29.5 |
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.