NSW · Government Secondary
Taree High School
Taree 2430 · 7-12
Taree High School is a government secondary school in Taree, NSW offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 918, it sits in the 14th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 623 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 25% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 4% have a language background other than English.
How Taree High School compares
By ICSEA, Taree High School ranks 487th of the 610 secondary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 3 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Taree Public School, a government primary school 0.2 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. Taree High School scores 918 — below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Taree High School, check catchment rules with the school or the NSW education department.
About Taree
Taree High School is located in Taree, NSW — a suburb with a median household income of $968/wk and median rent of $289/wk. Population: 16,715.
View full Taree suburb profile →Schools near Taree High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Taree High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taree West Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Taree | 1.8 km | 910 | 8 lower | 409 |
| Manning Gardens Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Taree | 2.0 km | 724 | 194 lower | 207 |
| St Clare's High SchoolCatholic Secondary · Taree | 2.1 km | 1012 | 94 higher | 630 |
| Chatham Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Taree | 2.1 km | 837 | 81 lower | 222 |
| Chatham High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Taree | 2.2 km | 814 | 104 lower | 493 |
| St Joseph's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Taree | 3.3 km | 952 | 34 higher | 271 |
| MidCoast Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Taree | 4.5 km | 1015 | 97 higher | 787 |
| Tinonee Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Tinonee | 5.4 km | 948 | 30 higher | 158 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Taree High School a government school?
Yes, Taree High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Taree High School offer?
Taree High School offers 7-12.
What is Taree High School's ICSEA score?
Taree High School has an ICSEA score of 918, placing it in the 14th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Taree High School?
Taree High School has 623 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Taree High School?
The nearest schools to Taree High School are Taree Public School (0.2 km), Taree West Public School (1.8 km), Manning Gardens Public School (2.0 km).
Where is Taree High School located?
Taree High School is located in Taree, NSW 2430. Visit the school website at https://taree-h.schools.nsw.gov.au.