Tamworth High School
Tamworth High School is a government secondary school in South Tamworth, NSW offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 860, it sits in the 6th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 663 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 43% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 6% have a language background other than English.
South Tamworth NSW 2340. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Tamworth High School compares
By ICSEA, Tamworth High School ranks 572nd of the 610 secondary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 6 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 3rd-highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Bullimbal School, a government combined school 0.2 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. Tamworth High School scores 860, below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Tamworth High School, check catchment rules with the school or the NSW education department.
About South Tamworth
Tamworth High School is located in South Tamworth, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $1,029/wk and median rent of $260/wk. Population: 6,621.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
South Tamworth suburb profileSchools near Tamworth High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Tamworth High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edward's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · South Tamworth | 0.5 km | 956 | 96 higher | 525 |
| Tamworth South Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Tamworth | 0.5 km | 828 | 32 lower | 477 |
| Tamworth West Public SchoolGovernment Primary · West Tamworth | 1.6 km | 908 | 48 higher | 370 |
| Hillvue Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Tamworth | 1.8 km | 761 | 99 lower | 449 |
| Peel High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Tamworth | 2.4 km | 831 | 29 lower | 629 |
| St Nicholas' Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Tamworth | 2.4 km | 1042 | 182 higher | 586 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tamworth High School a government school?
Yes, Tamworth High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Tamworth High School offer?
Tamworth High School offers 7-12.
What is Tamworth High School's ICSEA score?
Tamworth High School has an ICSEA score of 860, placing it in the 6th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Tamworth High School?
Tamworth High School has 663 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Tamworth High School?
The nearest schools to Tamworth High School are Bullimbal School (0.2 km), Parry School (0.4 km), St Edward's Primary School, Robert Street campus (0.5 km).
Where is Tamworth High School located?
Tamworth High School is located in South Tamworth, NSW 2340. Visit the school website at https://tamworth-h.schools.nsw.gov.au.