About the school
Hawkesbury High School is a co-educational high school situated in a pleasant rural setting, dedicated to excellence in academics, culture, and sports. The school fosters a culture of respect and responsibility, ensuring a safe and happy learning environment led by dedicated teachers. At the heart of the school's operation are the HERITAGE values: harmony, excellence, respect, responsibility, integrity, teamwork, attitude, goals, and equality, developed collaboratively by the school community.
Curriculum and Programs
Hawkesbury High School offers a wide range of academic and vocational subjects alongside extensive extra-curricular programs, designed to build leadership, teamwork, and resilience among students. There are specific programs tailored for gifted and talented students, as well as for those who require additional support, ensuring that all learners can thrive and reach their full potential.
The award-winning Proud Hawks program facilitates a smooth transition for students from primary to high school, equipping them with vital lifelong skills. Additionally, the school places a strong emphasis on quality teaching practices, with a commitment to continuous professional development for its staff to maintain high teaching standards.
Community and Inclusion
Hawkesbury High School also values strong community partnerships and aims to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for students from all backgrounds. This commitment to inclusivity ensures that every child feels safe, included, and ready to learn from their very first day, while also preparing them to successfully navigate the challenges of the modern world.
Mission
Hawkesbury High School is dedicated to supporting our local community and nurturing student success. We provide high-quality, comprehensive education for students in Years 7 to 12.
Location & Catchment Area
- Hawkesbury High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Freemans Reach Public School 151 m
- B Wilberforce Public School 3.9 km
- C Glossodia Public School 4.4 km
- D Kurrajong East Public School 5.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 418 (207 girls, 211 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 417.3
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 946 (percentile 23)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 50% / 34% / 13% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 116
- Indigenous students
- 12%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 5%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 41.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 9.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 85 |
| Year 8 | 76 |
| Year 9 | 81 |
| Year 10 | 83 |
| Year 11 | 52 |
| Year 12 | 41 |
| Total | 418 |
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 | 418 | 207 | 211 | - | 946 | 41.2 |
| 2024 | 438 | 208 | 230 | 83.8 | 945 | 41.3 |
| 2023 | 438 | 222 | 216 | 82.2 | 947 | 40 |
| 2022 | 460 | 224 | 236 | 81.5 | 949 | 42.5 |
| 2021 | 444 | 219 | 225 | 85.4 | 949 | 40.5 |
| 2020 | 421 | 197 | 224 | - | 951 | 37.7 |
| 2019 | 407 | 192 | 215 | 86.2 | 953 | 37.8 |
| 2018 | 423 | 203 | 220 | 87.1 | 946 | 38.2 |
| 2017 | 438 | 200 | 238 | 88.4 | 943 | 41.4 |
| 2016 | 477 | 233 | 244 | 88.5 | 952 | 41.9 |
| 2015 | 505 | 240 | 265 | 89.1 | 952 | 43.2 |
| 2014 | 550 | 285 | 265 | 86.9 | 962 | 44.7 |
| 2013 | 562 | 280 | 282 | 87.8 | 965 | 44.4 |
| 2012 | 532 | 256 | 276 | 87.7 | 964 | 43.1 |
| 2011 | 570 | 263 | 307 | 87.7 | 957 | 44.3 |
| 2010 | 581 | 260 | 321 | - | 958 | 45.7 |
| 2009 | 611 | 281 | 330 | - | 1030 | 47.1 |
| 2008 | 640 | 291 | 349 | - | 1030 | 49.8 |
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.