Girrakool School
Girrakool School is a government secondary school in Kariong, NSW offering U. With an ICSEA score of 826, it sits in the 4th percentile nationally and is well below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 54 enrolled students, with approximately 3 students per teacher. 63% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 14% have a language background other than English.
Kariong NSW 2250. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
How Girrakool School compares
By ICSEA, Girrakool School ranks 592nd of the 610 secondary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 10 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 7th-highest ICSEA and the 7th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Ngaruki Gulgul, an independent secondary school 0.4 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 against the national average
ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-educational background of a school's student community. The Australian average is 1,000. Girrakool School scores 826, well below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Girrakool School, check catchment rules with the school or the NSW education department.
About Kariong
Girrakool School is located in Kariong, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $2,200/wk and median rent of $450/wk. Population: 6,485.
Kariong suburb profileSchools near Girrakool School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Girrakool School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Coast Sports CollegeIndependent Combined · Kariong | 0.6 km | 1026 | 200 higher | 990 |
| Kariong Mountains High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Kariong | 0.7 km | 968 | 142 higher | 420 |
| Kariong Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Kariong | 2.0 km | 1007 | 181 higher | 502 |
| Gosford Public SchoolGovernment Primary · West Gosford | 3.6 km | 1049 | 223 higher | 545 |
| Henry Kendall High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Gosford | 3.7 km | 1030 | 204 higher | 789 |
| Point Clare Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Point Clare | 3.7 km | 1058 | 232 higher | 479 |
| St Philip's Christian College - GosfordIndependent Combined · Narara | 3.9 km | 1093 | 267 higher | 694 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Girrakool School a government school?
Yes, Girrakool School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Girrakool School offer?
Girrakool School offers U.
What is Girrakool School's ICSEA score?
Girrakool School has an ICSEA score of 826, placing it in the 4th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Girrakool School?
Girrakool School has 54 enrolled students, with approximately 3 students per teacher.
What schools are near Girrakool School?
The nearest schools to Girrakool School are Ngaruki Gulgul (0.4 km), Central Coast Sports College (0.6 km), Kariong Mountains High School (0.7 km).
Where is Girrakool School located?
Girrakool School is located in Kariong, NSW 2250. Visit the school website at https://girrakool-s.schools.nsw.gov.au.