Elizabeth Macarthur High School
Respect, Responsibility and Pride
About the school
Elizabeth Macarthur High School is a co-educational public school located in Narellan Vale, a rapidly growing area in the Macarthur region of New South Wales. Since its establishment, the school has developed a strong reputation, particularly noted for its excellence in Creative and Performing Arts, as well as Agriculture, and has been partially selective since 2010. The institution prioritises a nurturing and supportive environment where students can fulfil their potential, emphasising quality teaching and professional development for staff.
Learning Environment
The school takes pride in its safe and inclusive culture, allowing every student to feel valued and respected. The commitment to student wellbeing is evident through various initiatives, including the introduction of programs like 'Eat it Work it Move it', which promotes healthy living among students and staff. Elizabeth Macarthur High School offers a range of both academic and vocational courses, including specialised programs for students with high potential. Teachers are equipped to tailor education to individual student needs, supported further by their qualifications in Gifted Education from the University of NSW.
Extra-Curricular Activities
Students at the school benefit from a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, performance arts, and vocational training options through partnerships with TAFE and the Macarthur Trade Training Centre. This broad approach to education not only enriches the student experience but also prepares them for the diverse challenges beyond school. The school’s philosophy, encapsulated in the mission statement of 'Respect, Responsibility and Pride', guides its dedication to community engagement and fostering excellence in public education.
Mission
Shaping the future by pursuing excellence and creating boundless opportunities
Location & Catchment Area
- Elizabeth Macarthur High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Narellan Vale Public School 439 m
- B Narellan Public School 1.7 km
- C Elderslie Public School 1.7 km
- D Yandelora School 1.7 km
- E Mount Annan High School 1.9 km
- F Mount Annan Public School 1.9 km
- G Elderslie High School 2.3 km
- H Mawarra Public School 2.6 km
- I Spring Farm Public School 2.7 km
- J Currans Hill Public School 2.9 km
- K Harrington Park Public School 3.3 km
- L Camden South Public School 4.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 1,400 (713 girls, 687 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1,399.2
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1014 (percentile 53)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 28% / 32% / 25% / 15%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 86
- Indigenous students
- 7%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 38%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 97.9
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 20
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 266 |
| Year 8 | 272 |
| Year 9 | 250 |
| Year 10 | 252 |
| Year 11 | 184 |
| Year 12 | 176 |
| Total | 1,400 |
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 | 1,400 | 713 | 687 | - | 1014 | 97.9 |
| 2024 | 1,355 | 687 | 668 | 85.9 | 1013 | 90.5 |
| 2023 | 1,331 | 665 | 666 | 85.7 | 1012 | 89.2 |
| 2022 | 1,326 | 667 | 659 | 86.1 | 1009 | 91.8 |
| 2021 | 1,291 | 652 | 639 | 87.4 | 1005 | 88.3 |
| 2020 | 1,324 | 684 | 640 | - | 1002 | 89.1 |
| 2019 | 1,292 | 676 | 616 | 87.4 | 1002 | 86.5 |
| 2018 | 1,190 | 597 | 593 | 88.2 | 996 | 79.8 |
| 2017 | 1,122 | 558 | 564 | 89.9 | 993 | 76.2 |
| 2016 | 1,058 | 517 | 541 | 88.7 | 992 | 71.9 |
| 2015 | 1,006 | 512 | 494 | 89.5 | 994 | 68.6 |
| 2014 | 951 | 476 | 475 | 91.4 | 990 | 66.5 |
| 2013 | 964 | 483 | 481 | 91.1 | 993 | 67.2 |
| 2012 | 937 | 460 | 477 | 90.1 | 980 | 64.8 |
| 2011 | 905 | 462 | 443 | 90.5 | 975 | 63.2 |
| 2010 | 835 | 427 | 408 | - | 977 | 59.4 |
| 2009 | 770 | 375 | 395 | - | 1002 | 56.2 |
| 2008 | 769 | 372 | 397 | - | 1002 | 56.5 |
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.