Macksville High School
Macksville High School is a government secondary school in Macksville, NSW offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 916, it sits in the 14th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 365 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher. 24% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 5% have a language background other than English.
Macksville NSW 2447. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Macksville High School compares
By ICSEA, Macksville High School ranks 493rd of the 610 secondary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. There is no other secondary school within 5 km. The nearest school is Macksville Public School, a government primary school 0.8 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. Macksville High School scores 916, below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Macksville High School, check catchment rules with the school or the NSW education department.
About Macksville
Macksville High School is located in Macksville, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $944/wk and median rent of $320/wk. Population: 2,782.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Macksville suburb profileSchools near Macksville High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Macksville High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macksville Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Macksville | 0.8 km | 925 | 9 higher | 284 |
| St Patrick's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Macksville | 2.4 km | 1002 | 86 higher | 244 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Macksville High School a government school?
Yes, Macksville High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Macksville High School offer?
Macksville High School offers 7-12.
What is Macksville High School's ICSEA score?
Macksville High School has an ICSEA score of 916, placing it in the 14th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Macksville High School?
Macksville High School has 365 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher.
What schools are near Macksville High School?
The nearest schools to Macksville High School are Macksville Public School (0.8 km), St Patrick's Primary School (2.4 km).
Where is Macksville High School located?
Macksville High School is located in Macksville, NSW 2447. Visit the school website at https://macksville-h.schools.nsw.gov.au.