TAS · Government Secondary
Taroona High School
Taroona 7053 · 7-12
Taroona High School is a government secondary school in Taroona, TAS offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1119, it sits in the 89th percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,134 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 2% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 18% have a language background other than English.
How Taroona High School compares
Taroona High School has the highest ICSEA of the 47 secondary schools in TAS that report one. Of the 2 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Taroona Primary School, a government primary school 0.3 km away.
Ranks are calculated by GDP.com.au from ACARA 2025 school profile data. Distances are straight-line from the school's ACARA location. ICSEA describes students' family backgrounds; ACARA notes it is not a rating of the school or its teaching.
ICSEA Context
ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-educational background of a school's student community. The Australian average is 1,000. Taroona High School scores 1119 — above average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Taroona High School, check catchment rules with the school or the TAS education department.
About Taroona
Taroona High School is located in Taroona, TAS — a suburb with a median household income of $1,845/wk and median rent of $420/wk. Population: 3,121.
View full Taroona suburb profile →Schools near Taroona High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Taroona High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taroona Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Taroona | 0.3 km | 1149 | 30 higher | 274 |
| Fahan SchoolIndependent Combined · Sandy Bay | 3.0 km | 1154 | 35 higher | 419 |
| Sandy Bay Infant SchoolGovernment Primary · Sandy Bay | 3.8 km | 1131 | 12 higher | 84 |
| Waimea Heights Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Sandy Bay | 4.1 km | 1135 | 16 higher | 359 |
| Hobart CollegeGovernment Secondary · Mount Nelson | 4.2 km | 1049 | 70 lower | 1,369 |
| Mount Nelson Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Mount Nelson | 4.4 km | 1107 | 12 lower | 233 |
| The Hutchins SchoolIndependent Combined · Sandy Bay | 4.7 km | 1140 | 21 higher | 986 |
| St Michael's Collegiate School - Sports CampusIndependent Combined · Tolmans Hill | 5.0 km | not published | n/a | n/a |
| Mount Carmel CollegeCatholic Combined · Sandy Bay | 5.0 km | 1077 | 42 lower | 572 |
| Kingston High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Kingston | 5.1 km | 1000 | 119 lower | 577 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Taroona High School a government school?
Yes, Taroona High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Taroona High School offer?
Taroona High School offers 7-12.
What is Taroona High School's ICSEA score?
Taroona High School has an ICSEA score of 1119, placing it in the 89th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Taroona High School?
Taroona High School has 1,134 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Taroona High School?
The nearest schools to Taroona High School are Taroona Primary School (0.3 km), Fahan School (3.0 km), Sandy Bay Infant School (3.8 km).
Where is Taroona High School located?
Taroona High School is located in Taroona, TAS 7053. Visit the school website at https://taroonahigh.education.tas.edu.au/.