Cranebrook High School
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
About the school
Cranebrook High School is a comprehensive Year 7 to Year 12 public school located in Penrith Valley, the traditional country of the Darug people. The school focuses on providing quality education in a caring environment, with over 18% of its student population identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. It prides itself on having a dedicated and experienced staff who emphasise quality teaching and learning, aiming to support each student in achieving both academic and social success.
Educational Programs
Classes and programs at Cranebrook High School are tailored to meet the diverse needs of its students. The curriculum includes a high potential program for academically gifted students, alongside varied opportunities for university preparation, vocational training at TAFE, and work readiness. This comprehensive approach ensures that students with different abilities and interests can thrive.
Community Engagement
Cranebrook High School values the involvement of students, teachers, parents/caregivers, and the wider community. Together, they work to create relevant curricula and extracurricular experiences that foster student well-being and future preparedness. The school collaborates with local organisations and Western Sydney University to enhance student leadership and life skills.
Achievements and Recognition
The school is recognised for excelling in areas such as Aboriginal education, creative and performing arts, sports, and vocational programs. Students have achieved notable success at district, state, and national levels. The school’s commitment is encapsulated in its banner statement: 'meeting the future through caring and learning today'. This philosophy guides their daily practices and fosters a vibrant educational environment.
Mission
At Cranebrook High School, we are committed to providing a supportive and engaging environment that nurtures both academic success and personal growth. Our dedicated teachers and staff work in partnership with students and families to ensure that each young person is challenged to achieve their best and supported to develop confidence, resilience and a lifelong love of learning.
Location & Catchment Area
- Cranebrook High School
Catchment zones
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Braddock Public School 161 m
- B Samuel Terry Public School 934 m
- C Jordan Springs Public School 1.5 km
- D Henry Fulton Public School 1.9 km
- E Cambridge Gardens Public School 2.1 km
- F Wadangali Public School 2.2 km
- G Penrith Lakes Environmental Education Centre 2.3 km
- H Cambridge Park Public School 3.2 km
- I Penrith Public School 3.8 km
- J Penrith High School 3.9 km
- K Cambridge Park High School 4.0 km
- L Llandilo Public School 4.2 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 871 (419 girls, 452 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 871
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 916 (percentile 14)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 58% / 26% / 13% / 4%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 139
- Indigenous students
- 23%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 18%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 71.3
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 21.4
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 171 |
| Year 8 | 183 |
| Year 9 | 177 |
| Year 10 | 151 |
| Year 11 | 108 |
| Year 12 | 81 |
| Total | 871 |
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 | 871 | 419 | 452 | - | 916 | 71.3 |
| 2024 | 875 | 436 | 439 | 78.5 | 919 | 70.6 |
| 2023 | 824 | 402 | 422 | 79.3 | 915 | 66.5 |
| 2022 | 778 | 382 | 396 | 74.2 | 909 | 66.8 |
| 2021 | 803 | 400 | 403 | 80.6 | 915 | 65.1 |
| 2020 | 800 | 404 | 396 | - | 915 | 63.7 |
| 2019 | 781 | 393 | 388 | 80.3 | 915 | 62.2 |
| 2018 | 739 | 387 | 352 | 82.1 | 916 | 62.2 |
| 2017 | 727 | 386 | 341 | 83.9 | 908 | 62.2 |
| 2016 | 715 | 371 | 344 | 81.6 | 913 | 61.8 |
| 2015 | 758 | 386 | 372 | 81.5 | 918 | 63.7 |
| 2014 | 781 | 375 | 406 | 82.2 | 915 | 64.3 |
| 2013 | 817 | 395 | 422 | 84.6 | 923 | 66.7 |
| 2012 | 824 | 396 | 428 | 84.7 | 913 | 64.8 |
| 2011 | 858 | 426 | 432 | 85 | 913 | 67.7 |
| 2010 | 850 | 426 | 424 | - | 914 | 65.1 |
| 2009 | 813 | 421 | 392 | - | 930 | 65 |
| 2008 | 826 | 428 | 398 | - | 930 | 64.2 |
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.