Lake Macquarie High School
Lake Macquarie High School is a government secondary school in Booragul, NSW offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 925, it sits in the 17th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 435 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher. 19% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 8% have a language background other than English.
Booragul NSW 2284. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Lake Macquarie High School compares
By ICSEA, Lake Macquarie High School ranks 468th of the 610 secondary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 5 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 4th-highest ICSEA and the 4th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Five Islands School, a government combined school 0.3 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. Lake Macquarie High School scores 925, below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Lake Macquarie High School, check catchment rules with the school or the NSW education department.
About Booragul
Lake Macquarie High School is located in Booragul, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $1,114/wk and median rent of $320/wk. Population: 1,623.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Booragul suburb profileSchools near Lake Macquarie High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Lake Macquarie High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booragul Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Booragul | 0.3 km | 931 | 6 higher | 206 |
| St Paul's Catholic CollegeCatholic Secondary · Booragul | 0.6 km | 1026 | 101 higher | 636 |
| Speers Point Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Speers Point | 2.0 km | 1000 | 75 higher | 256 |
| Biddabah Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Warners Bay | 2.8 km | 1065 | 140 higher | 348 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Macquarie High School a government school?
Yes, Lake Macquarie High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Lake Macquarie High School offer?
Lake Macquarie High School offers 7-12.
What is Lake Macquarie High School's ICSEA score?
Lake Macquarie High School has an ICSEA score of 925, placing it in the 17th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Lake Macquarie High School?
Lake Macquarie High School has 435 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher.
What schools are near Lake Macquarie High School?
The nearest schools to Lake Macquarie High School are Five Islands School (0.3 km), Booragul Public School (0.3 km), Booragul Primary School (0.6 km).
Where is Lake Macquarie High School located?
Lake Macquarie High School is located in Booragul, NSW 2284. Visit the school website at https://lakemacqua-h.schools.nsw.gov.au.