About the school
Broken Hill Public School is a dynamic community that encourages life-long learning and fosters integrity and success for all students. As a P-6 school located in the Broken Hill Network of Schools in the Far West of NSW, it plays a vital role in its community and caters to approximately 200 students, including a stable Indigenous population of 15%. The school has a strong focus on quality teaching, with dedicated staff committed to improving student outcomes through innovative programs and learning practices.
Learning Environment
The school provides a range of subjects and opportunities that empower students to develop their skills and interests, working closely with families to co-design personalised learning plans. An onsite DET Preschool and a school-based playgroup for children aged 0-4 further enhance the educational landscape by ensuring children have a strong start in their learning journey.
Community Engagement
At Broken Hill Public School, the importance of a cohesive learning environment is paramount. The school aims to create a culture that empowers all members of the school community. Teachers and support teams work collaboratively with parents, ensuring each child receives support tailored to their unique needs. The strong partnerships with families are integral to fostering a welcoming atmosphere, valuing diversity, and promoting respect.
Students are encouraged to be active community members and to strive towards their full potential. Through varied programs, including those targeted at high potential and gifted students, the school nurtures talents across various domains.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Broken Hill Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Broken Hill High School 447 m
- B Burke Ward Public School 1.5 km
- C Morgan Street Public School 1.7 km
- D School of the Air 1.9 km
- E Broken Hill North Public School 1.9 km
- F Railway Town Public School 2.2 km
- G Willyama High School 2.7 km
- H Alma Public School 3.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 162 (83 girls, 79 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 162
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 881 (percentile 7)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 60% / 24% / 11% / 5%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 143
- Indigenous students
- 33%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 9%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 15.4
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 3.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 22 |
| Year 1 | 21 |
| Year 2 | 17 |
| Year 3 | 25 |
| Year 4 | 27 |
| Year 5 | 28 |
| Year 6 | 22 |
| Total | 162 |
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 | 162 | 83 | 79 | - | 881 | 15.4 |
| 2024 | 170 | 93 | 77 | 85.8 | 885 | 15.3 |
| 2023 | 157 | 84 | 73 | 88.6 | 886 | 14.3 |
| 2022 | 170 | 96 | 74 | 83.8 | 897 | 15.4 |
| 2021 | 168 | 99 | 69 | 90.7 | 916 | 13.5 |
| 2020 | 158 | 92 | 66 | - | 913 | 12.5 |
| 2019 | 155 | 83 | 72 | 91.5 | 906 | 12.5 |
| 2018 | 164 | 87 | 77 | 92.3 | 909 | 12.5 |
| 2017 | 173 | 84 | 89 | 91.8 | 920 | 12.3 |
| 2016 | 186 | 94 | 92 | 91.2 | 905 | 13.5 |
| 2015 | 210 | 108 | 102 | 90.4 | 910 | 14.5 |
| 2014 | 193 | 95 | 98 | 92.5 | 931 | 13.2 |
| 2013 | 234 | 108 | 126 | 92.7 | 937 | 15.8 |
| 2012 | 237 | 115 | 122 | 93.2 | 935 | 16.1 |
| 2011 | 246 | 115 | 131 | 91 | 929 | 16 |
| 2010 | 232 | 103 | 129 | - | 931 | 16.1 |
| 2009 | 245 | 116 | 129 | - | 948 | 16.2 |
| 2008 | 234 | 101 | 133 | - | 948 | 16.1 |
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.