Parramatta High School
Parramatta High School is a government secondary school in Parramatta, NSW offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1132, it sits in the 92nd percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,128 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher. 97% of students have a language background other than English.
Parramatta NSW 2150. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Parramatta High School compares
By ICSEA, Parramatta High School ranks 45th of the 610 secondary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 24 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the 5th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Indie School Parramatta, 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. Parramatta High School scores 1132, above average.
Enrolment and location
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About Parramatta
Parramatta High School is located in Parramatta, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $2,092/wk and median rent of $440/wk. Population: 30,211.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Parramatta suburb profileSchools near Parramatta High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Parramatta High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parramatta West Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Parramatta | 0.9 km | 1029 | 103 lower | 949 |
| Arthur Phillip High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Parramatta | 1.1 km | 994 | 138 lower | 1,636 |
| Parramatta Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Parramatta | 1.1 km | 1134 | 2 higher | 671 |
| Bayanami Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Parramatta | 1.1 km | 1108 | 24 lower | 663 |
| Our Lady of Mercy College ParramattaIndependent Secondary · Parramatta | 1.2 km | 1144 | 12 higher | 1,097 |
| Westmead Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Westmead | 1.3 km | 1117 | 15 lower | 717 |
| St Patrick's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Parramatta | 1.4 km | 1094 | 38 lower | 408 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Parramatta High School a government school?
Yes, Parramatta High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Parramatta High School offer?
Parramatta High School offers 7-12.
What is Parramatta High School's ICSEA score?
Parramatta High School has an ICSEA score of 1132, placing it in the 92nd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Parramatta High School?
Parramatta High School has 1,128 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher.
What schools are near Parramatta High School?
The nearest schools to Parramatta High School are Indie School Parramatta (0.4 km), Parramatta West Public School (0.9 km), Sacred Heart Primary School (1.0 km).
Where is Parramatta High School located?
Parramatta High School is located in Parramatta, NSW 2150. Visit the school website at https://parramatta-h.schools.nsw.gov.au.