About the school
Oberon High School serves the town and surrounding districts of semi-industrial rural Oberon. The small and friendly school offers a comprehensive curriculum in partnership with the local community, preparing students for both academic and vocational pathways. The school promotes and rewards student achievement across various domains while prioritising student welfare through wide-ranging programs. Its excellent facilities are complemented by nearby community assets, including sporting fields, an indoor tennis complex, and a heated swimming pool.
The school boasts a remarkable record of students excelling in sports, achieving state-level recognition disproportionately to its total enrolment. It also proudly supports those aiming for university studies and those pursuing trade qualifications, enabling them to engage in practical training within and beyond Oberon during their school years or post-graduation. Administratively, Oberon High School is committed to ensuring every child feels safe, included, and capable of valuable learning experiences. The staff collaborates closely with families, offering tailored learning plans that cater to diverse student needs, including those with high potential or additional requirements.
The safe, supportive environment cultivated by the school aims to inspire and succeed every student, ensuring they are prepared for lifelong challenges and responsibilities. Overall, Oberon High School places a strong emphasis on feedback, support, and community involvement, making it an appealing option for prospective students and their families.
Mission
Educating the whole person for the whole of life. We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Location & Catchment Area
- Oberon High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Oberon Public School 358 m
- B Hampton Public School 18.4 km
- C O'Connell Public School 23.6 km
- D Rockley Public School 27.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 204 (100 girls, 104 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 204
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 934 (percentile 19)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 59% / 27% / 11% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 129
- Indigenous students
- 12%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 9%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 28
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 8.8
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 34 |
| Year 8 | 49 |
| Year 9 | 32 |
| Year 10 | 38 |
| Year 11 | 33 |
| Year 12 | 18 |
| Total | 204 |
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 | 204 | 100 | 104 | - | 934 | 28 |
| 2024 | 197 | 89 | 108 | 81.6 | 924 | 24.7 |
| 2023 | 191 | 87 | 104 | 84 | 935 | 23.6 |
| 2022 | 200 | 86 | 114 | 81.7 | 922 | 25.5 |
| 2021 | 199 | 89 | 110 | 86 | 932 | 23 |
| 2020 | 201 | 102 | 99 | - | 934 | 22.9 |
| 2019 | 199 | 94 | 105 | 87.6 | 937 | 23.4 |
| 2018 | 199 | 100 | 99 | 89.4 | 934 | 24.1 |
| 2017 | 219 | 104 | 115 | 91.8 | 931 | 24.9 |
| 2016 | 227 | 102 | 125 | 93.3 | 940 | 25.8 |
| 2015 | 236 | 105 | 131 | 93.4 | 932 | 25.6 |
| 2014 | 233 | 106 | 127 | 93.6 | 932 | 26.6 |
| 2013 | 219 | 102 | 117 | 93.9 | 930 | 24.5 |
| 2012 | 205 | 104 | 101 | 91.6 | 931 | 23.3 |
| 2011 | 207 | 109 | 98 | 90.4 | 922 | 22.8 |
| 2010 | 213 | 109 | 104 | - | 920 | 22.8 |
| 2009 | 211 | 110 | 101 | - | 955 | 23 |
| 2008 | 203 | 95 | 108 | - | 955 | 23.7 |
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.