Narara Valley High School
Narara Valley High School is a government secondary school in Narara, NSW offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 974, it sits in the 35th percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 629 enrolled students, with approximately 9 students per teacher. 14% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 13% have a language background other than English.
Narara NSW 2250. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Narara Valley High School compares
By ICSEA, Narara Valley High School ranks 344th of the 610 secondary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 12 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 7th-highest ICSEA and the 6th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Glenvale 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. Narara Valley High School scores 974, near average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Narara Valley High School, check catchment rules with the school or the NSW education department.
About Narara
Narara Valley High School is located in Narara, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $1,896/wk and median rent of $420/wk. Population: 8,471.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Narara suburb profileSchools near Narara Valley High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Narara Valley High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Philip's Christian College - GosfordIndependent Combined · Narara | 1.1 km | 1093 | 119 higher | 694 |
| Gosford High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Gosford | 2.2 km | 1157 | 183 higher | 1,067 |
| Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Wyoming | 2.2 km | 1076 | 102 higher | 443 |
| Niagara Park Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Niagara Park | 2.2 km | 1008 | 34 higher | 412 |
| Wyoming Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Wyoming | 2.3 km | 940 | 34 lower | 302 |
| Gosford Public SchoolGovernment Primary · West Gosford | 2.5 km | 1049 | 75 higher | 545 |
| Valley View Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Wyoming | 2.6 km | 987 | 13 higher | 325 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Narara Valley High School a government school?
Yes, Narara Valley High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Narara Valley High School offer?
Narara Valley High School offers 7-12.
What is Narara Valley High School's ICSEA score?
Narara Valley High School has an ICSEA score of 974, placing it in the 35th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Narara Valley High School?
Narara Valley High School has 629 enrolled students, with approximately 9 students per teacher.
What schools are near Narara Valley High School?
The nearest schools to Narara Valley High School are Glenvale School (0.9 km), St Philip's Christian College - Gosford (1.1 km), St Philip's Christian College Dynamic Learning - Gosford (1.2 km).
Where is Narara Valley High School located?
Narara Valley High School is located in Narara, NSW 2250. Visit the school website at https://nararavaly-h.schools.nsw.gov.au.