Peel High School
Peel High School is a government secondary school in Tamworth, NSW offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 831, it sits in the 4th percentile nationally and is well below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 629 enrolled students, with approximately 9 students per teacher. 47% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 5% have a language background other than English.
Tamworth NSW 2340. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Peel High School compares
By ICSEA, Peel High School ranks 590th 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 3rd-highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Hillvue Public School, a government primary school 1.8 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. Peel High School scores 831, well below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Peel High School, check catchment rules with the school or the NSW education department.
About Tamworth
Peel High School is located in Tamworth, NSW, a suburb with a median household income of $697/wk and median rent of $248/wk. Population: 189.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Schools near Peel High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Peel High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillvue Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Tamworth | 1.8 km | 761 | 70 lower | 449 |
| Tamworth South Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Tamworth | 1.9 km | 828 | 3 lower | 477 |
| Westdale Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Westdale | 1.9 km | 870 | 39 higher | 370 |
| St Edward's Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · South Tamworth | 2.2 km | 956 | 125 higher | 525 |
| Tamworth High SchoolGovernment Secondary · South Tamworth | 2.4 km | 860 | 29 higher | 663 |
| Tamworth West Public SchoolGovernment Primary · West Tamworth | 2.8 km | 908 | 77 higher | 370 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Peel High School a government school?
Yes, Peel High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Peel High School offer?
Peel High School offers 7-12.
What is Peel High School's ICSEA score?
Peel High School has an ICSEA score of 831, placing it in the 4th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Peel High School?
Peel High School has 629 enrolled students, with approximately 9 students per teacher.
What schools are near Peel High School?
The nearest schools to Peel High School are Hillvue Public School (1.8 km), Tamworth South Public School (1.9 km), Westdale Public School (1.9 km).
Where is Peel High School located?
Peel High School is located in Tamworth, NSW 2340. Visit the school website at https://peel-h.schools.nsw.gov.au.