About the school
Alstonville High School is a comprehensive co-educational institution located in Alstonville, NSW, serving students from Year 7 to Year 12. The school has a proud reputation for academic excellence, outstanding sporting achievements, and a vibrant cultural atmosphere. With a focus on integrity, responsibility, and respect, Alstonville High School fosters a safe and inclusive environment for all students, welcoming diverse families into its community.
Academic Offerings
The school offers a broad curriculum that includes a variety of academic and vocational subjects, catering to the unique talents and interests of its students. For those identified as gifted and talented, specialised programs are available to further challenge and develop their skills. There is also dedicated support for students with special needs, ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to succeed.
Student Well-being
At Alstonville High School, student well-being is a top priority. The school has implemented several programs aimed at developing leadership skills among students, including the Student Representative Council and peer support initiatives. The school works closely with families, encouraging their involvement and feedback to enhance the educational experience.
Community Involvement
Alstonville High School prides itself on its strong connections with the local community. It embraces partnerships with parents and local organisations, which enrich the students' educational journey. The school acknowledges its location on Bundjalung land, showing respect for the local Aboriginal community and their culture.
Through its comprehensive approach to education, Alstonville High School empowers students to learn, grow, and strive for personal excellence while preparing them for life's challenges.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Guided by values of integrity, responsibility and respect for others, we provide a safe and inspiring environment for all.
Location & Catchment Area
- Alstonville High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Alstonville Public School 432 m
- B Wollongbar Public School 1.9 km
- C Rous Public School 4.4 km
- D Tregeagle Public School 7.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 522 (255 girls, 267 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 521.2
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 990 (percentile 42)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 38% / 30% / 19% / 13%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 94
- Indigenous students
- 8%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 6%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 49.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 12.7
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 89 |
| Year 8 | 108 |
| Year 9 | 102 |
| Year 10 | 95 |
| Year 11 | 79 |
| Year 12 | 49 |
| Total | 522 |
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 | 522 | 255 | 267 | - | 990 | 49.5 |
| 2024 | 523 | 243 | 280 | 76.7 | 997 | 57.2 |
| 2023 | 583 | 278 | 305 | 78.4 | 999 | 56.9 |
| 2022 | 633 | 295 | 338 | 80.7 | 1005 | 54.8 |
| 2021 | 662 | 303 | 359 | 84.6 | 1010 | 53.1 |
| 2020 | 697 | 343 | 354 | - | 1017 | 54.1 |
| 2019 | 718 | 368 | 350 | 91 | 1016 | 56.2 |
| 2018 | 736 | 378 | 358 | 90.3 | 1021 | 56.7 |
| 2017 | 725 | 376 | 349 | 91.2 | 1026 | 56.2 |
| 2016 | 796 | 421 | 375 | 90.6 | 1013 | 59 |
| 2015 | 849 | 421 | 428 | 89.3 | 1013 | 59.3 |
| 2014 | 853 | 423 | 430 | 89.6 | 1021 | 57.8 |
| 2013 | 851 | 421 | 430 | 90 | 1036 | 59.2 |
| 2012 | 874 | 429 | 445 | 89.3 | 1026 | 59.6 |
| 2011 | 901 | 437 | 464 | 90 | 1025 | 61.7 |
| 2010 | 871 | 426 | 445 | - | 1031 | 61.7 |
| 2009 | 916 | 460 | 456 | - | 1078 | 63.5 |
| 2008 | 941 | 481 | 460 | - | 1078 | 64.8 |
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.