NSW · Government Secondary
Ballina Coast High School
Ballina 2478 · 7-12
Ballina Coast High School is a government secondary school in Ballina, NSW offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 952, it sits in the 26th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 722 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 19% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 8% have a language background other than English.
How Ballina Coast High School compares
By ICSEA, Ballina Coast High School ranks 405th of the 610 secondary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. There is no other secondary school within 5 km. The nearest school is St Francis Xavier Primary School, a Catholic 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. Ballina Coast High School scores 952 — near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Ballina Coast High School, check catchment rules with the school or the NSW education department.
About Ballina
Ballina Coast High School is located in Ballina, NSW — a suburb with a median household income of $1,013/wk and median rent of $360/wk. Population: 9,735.
View full Ballina suburb profile →Schools near Ballina Coast High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Ballina Coast High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis Xavier Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Ballina | 0.2 km | 1045 | 93 higher | 398 |
| Ballina Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Ballina | 0.4 km | 869 | 83 lower | 254 |
| Biala Special SchoolIndependent Combined · Ballina | 0.6 km | 898 | 54 lower | 33 |
| Southern Cross School of Distance EducationGovernment Combined · East Ballina | 2.7 km | 896 | 56 lower | 79 |
| Southern Cross Public SchoolGovernment Primary · East Ballina | 2.8 km | 1053 | 101 higher | 388 |
| Richmond Christian CollegeIndependent Combined · Ballina | 2.9 km | 1069 | 117 higher | 327 |
| Emmanuel Anglican CollegeIndependent Combined · Ballina | 3.4 km | 1113 | 161 higher | 878 |
| Xavier Catholic College BallinaCatholic Secondary · Skennars Head | 5.2 km | 1081 | 129 higher | 884 |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Skennars Head | 5.5 km | 1102 | 150 higher | 446 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ballina Coast High School a government school?
Yes, Ballina Coast High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Ballina Coast High School offer?
Ballina Coast High School offers 7-12.
What is Ballina Coast High School's ICSEA score?
Ballina Coast High School has an ICSEA score of 952, placing it in the 26th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Ballina Coast High School?
Ballina Coast High School has 722 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Ballina Coast High School?
The nearest schools to Ballina Coast High School are St Francis Xavier Primary School (0.2 km), Ballina Public School (0.4 km), Biala Special School (0.6 km).
Where is Ballina Coast High School located?
Ballina Coast High School is located in Ballina, NSW 2478. Visit the school website at https://ballina-h.schools.nsw.gov.au.