Tempe High School
Tempe High School is a government secondary school in Tempe, NSW offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1096, it sits in the 83rd percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 985 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher. 3% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 60% have a language background other than English.
Tempe NSW 2044. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
How Tempe High School compares
By ICSEA, Tempe High School ranks 83rd of the 610 secondary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 22 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 7th-highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Tempe Public School, a government primary school 0.1 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. Tempe High School scores 1096, above average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Tempe High School, check catchment rules with the school or the NSW education department.
About Tempe
Tempe High School is located in Tempe, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $2,452/wk and median rent of $600/wk. Population: 3,550.
Tempe suburb profileSchools near Tempe High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Tempe High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tempe Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Tempe | 0.1 km | 1096 | same | 346 |
| Ferncourt Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Marrickville | 0.9 km | 1125 | 29 higher | 285 |
| Casimir Catholic CollegeCatholic Secondary · Marrickville | 1.3 km | 1052 | 44 lower | 827 |
| St Brigid's Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Marrickville | 1.4 km | 1072 | 24 lower | 372 |
| Marrickville Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Marrickville | 1.5 km | 1090 | 6 lower | 213 |
| Marrickville West Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Marrickville | 1.6 km | 1070 | 26 lower | 411 |
| Marrickville High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Marrickville | 1.6 km | 1052 | 44 lower | 625 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tempe High School a government school?
Yes, Tempe High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Tempe High School offer?
Tempe High School offers 7-12.
What is Tempe High School's ICSEA score?
Tempe High School has an ICSEA score of 1096, placing it in the 83rd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Tempe High School?
Tempe High School has 985 enrolled students, with approximately 15 students per teacher.
What schools are near Tempe High School?
The nearest schools to Tempe High School are Tempe Public School (0.1 km), Ferncourt Public School (0.9 km), Casimir Catholic College (1.3 km).
Where is Tempe High School located?
Tempe High School is located in Tempe, NSW 2044. Visit the school website at https://tempe-h.schools.nsw.gov.au.