About the school
At Rouse Hill High School, the focus is on providing challenging and diverse learning programs that open excellent opportunities for individual success. The school caters to the needs of each child through personalised learning approaches and stimulating gifted and talented programs. Senior students benefit from a unique, flexible Higher School Certificate pathway that allows for a broad subject choice and the opportunity to commence Year 12 subjects in Year 11.
The dynamic learning environment is fostered by strong educational leadership and dedicated teachers. Since its inception in 2009, the school's vibrant staff have engaged in professional learning initiatives and are committed to the ongoing development of a progressive public school. Modern and innovative facilities, including specialist environments for dance, music, drama, and digital media, enhance student learning experiences.
Rouse Hill High School promotes outstanding leadership and engagement programs that encourage confidence, resilience, and success among its students. By empowering students to take an active role in their school community, the school fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility. Various programs in sports, debating, and the creative and performing arts further enrich the learning experience.
As part of its strategic directions, the school prioritises student engagement, dynamic personalised learning, and the cultivation of a sustainable 21st-century school community. By investing in these key areas, Rouse Hill High School aims to enhance the overall educational experience for all students, ensuring they thrive academically and socially.
Mission
At Rouse Hill High School we offer challenging and diverse learning programs providing excellent opportunities for individual success. Our strong learning community shares a vision of developing dynamic, accountable, resilient and engaged learners.
Location & Catchment Area
- Rouse Hill High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Ironbark Ridge Public School 180 m
- B Rouse Hill Public School 1.3 km
- C Beaumont Hills Public School 1.8 km
- D North Kellyville Public School 2.2 km
- E Kellyville Ridge Public School 2.2 km
- F The Ponds School 2.3 km
- G Annangrove Public School 2.9 km
- H Tallowood School 3.0 km
- I John Palmer Public School 3.0 km
- J Tallawong Public School 3.0 km
- K Riverbank Public School 3.6 km
- L Kellyville Public School 3.7 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 1,316 (597 girls, 719 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 1,313.6
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1067 (percentile 74)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 14% / 25% / 32% / 28%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 52
- Indigenous students
- 1%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 55%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 89.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 16.6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 226 |
| Year 8 | 246 |
| Year 9 | 234 |
| Year 10 | 252 |
| Year 11 | 190 |
| Year 12 | 168 |
| Total | 1,316 |
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 | 1,316 | 597 | 719 | - | 1067 | 89.5 |
| 2024 | 1,289 | 592 | 697 | 86.7 | 1063 | 88.3 |
| 2023 | 1,217 | 578 | 639 | 86.8 | 1059 | 82.8 |
| 2022 | 1,126 | 548 | 578 | 83.8 | 1052 | 75.5 |
| 2021 | 1,022 | 491 | 531 | 89.4 | 1048 | 69.5 |
| 2020 | 926 | 462 | 464 | - | 1047 | 63.8 |
| 2019 | 868 | 440 | 428 | 90.7 | 1044 | 60.7 |
| 2018 | 829 | 410 | 419 | 91.3 | 1040 | 59.4 |
| 2017 | 829 | 409 | 420 | 91.8 | 1043 | 58.9 |
| 2016 | 763 | 384 | 379 | 92 | 1042 | 55.8 |
| 2015 | 720 | 369 | 351 | 92.5 | 1037 | 54.2 |
| 2014 | 686 | 351 | 335 | 93.9 | 1042 | 52.7 |
| 2013 | 642 | 324 | 318 | 93.9 | 1037 | 51.3 |
| 2012 | 563 | 290 | 273 | 92.1 | 1044 | 42.8 |
| 2011 | 427 | 221 | 206 | 93.5 | 1042 | 33.4 |
| 2010 | 325 | 160 | 165 | - | 1045 | 27.3 |
| 2009 | 178 | 88 | 90 | - | - | 18.3 |
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.