Smithton High School
Smithton High School is a government secondary school in Smithton, TAS offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 849, it sits in the 5th percentile nationally and is well below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 283 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 36% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 4% have a language background other than English.
Smithton TAS 7330. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Smithton High School compares
By ICSEA, Smithton High School ranks 46th of the 47 secondary schools in TAS that report one, counting from the highest. There is no other secondary school within 5 km. The nearest school is Smithton Primary School, a government primary school 1.3 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 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. Smithton High School scores 849, well below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Smithton High School, check catchment rules with the school or the TAS education department.
About Smithton
Smithton High School is located in Smithton, TAS, a suburb with a median household income of $1,189/wk and median rent of $222/wk. Population: 3,934.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Smithton suburb profileSchools near Smithton High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Smithton High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithton Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Smithton | 1.3 km | 847 | 2 lower | 210 |
| Circular Head Christian SchoolIndependent Combined · Smithton | 1.3 km | 903 | 54 higher | 265 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Smithton High School a government school?
Yes, Smithton High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Smithton High School offer?
Smithton High School offers 7-12.
What is Smithton High School's ICSEA score?
Smithton High School has an ICSEA score of 849, placing it in the 5th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Smithton High School?
Smithton High School has 283 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Smithton High School?
The nearest schools to Smithton High School are Smithton Primary School (1.3 km), Circular Head Christian School (1.3 km), St Peter Chanel Catholic School (1.5 km).
Where is Smithton High School located?
Smithton High School is located in Smithton, TAS 7330. Visit the school website at https://SmithtonHigh.education.tas.edu.au/.