Lambton High School
Lambton High School is a government secondary school in Lambton, NSW offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 1057, it sits in the 71st percentile nationally and is above the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 1,176 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 8% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 21% have a language background other than English.
Lambton NSW 2299. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Lambton High School compares
By ICSEA, Lambton High School ranks 162nd of the 610 secondary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 14 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 6th-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is Newcastle Middle School, a government combined school 0.9 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. Lambton High School scores 1057, above average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Lambton High School, check catchment rules with the school or the NSW education department.
About Lambton
Lambton High School is located in Lambton, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $1,628/wk and median rent of $380/wk. Population: 5,214.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Lambton suburb profileSchools near Lambton High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Lambton High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter School of Performing ArtsGovernment Combined · Broadmeadow | 0.9 km | 1085 | 28 higher | 1,094 |
| St Therese's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · New Lambton | 1.0 km | 1100 | 43 higher | 543 |
| New Lambton Public SchoolGovernment Primary · New Lambton | 1.1 km | 1108 | 51 higher | 538 |
| St Philip's Christian College Dynamic LearningIndependent Combined · Waratah | 1.4 km | 1022 | 35 lower | 223 |
| Waratah Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Waratah | 1.4 km | 1019 | 38 lower | 351 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lambton High School a government school?
Yes, Lambton High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Lambton High School offer?
Lambton High School offers 7-12.
What is Lambton High School's ICSEA score?
Lambton High School has an ICSEA score of 1057, placing it in the 71st percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Lambton High School?
Lambton High School has 1,176 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Lambton High School?
The nearest schools to Lambton High School are Newcastle Middle School (0.9 km), Hunter School of Performing Arts (0.9 km), Newcastle Senior School (1.0 km).
Where is Lambton High School located?
Lambton High School is located in Lambton, NSW 2299. Visit the school website at https://lambton-h.schools.nsw.gov.au.