Katherine High School
Katherine High School is a government secondary school in Katherine East, NT offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 797, it sits in the 3rd percentile nationally and is well below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 468 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher. 61% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 47% have a language background other than English.
Katherine East NT 0850. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Katherine High School compares
By ICSEA, Katherine High School ranks 20th of the 26 secondary schools in NT that report one, counting from the highest. There is no other secondary school within 5 km. The nearest school is MacFarlane Primary School, a government primary school 0.3 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. Katherine High School scores 797, well below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Katherine High School, check catchment rules with the school or the NT education department.
About Katherine East
Katherine High School is located in Katherine East, NT, a suburb with a median household income of $2,075/wk and median rent of $350/wk. Population: 3,061.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Katherine East suburb profileSchools near Katherine High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Katherine High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic CollegeCatholic Combined · Katherine | 0.8 km | 974 | 177 higher | 299 |
| Casuarina Street Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Katherine East | 1.5 km | 991 | 194 higher | 295 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Katherine High School a government school?
Yes, Katherine High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Katherine High School offer?
Katherine High School offers 7-12.
What is Katherine High School's ICSEA score?
Katherine High School has an ICSEA score of 797, placing it in the 3rd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Katherine High School?
Katherine High School has 468 enrolled students, with approximately 12 students per teacher.
What schools are near Katherine High School?
The nearest schools to Katherine High School are MacFarlane Primary School (0.3 km), St Joseph's Catholic College (0.8 km), Casuarina Street Primary School (1.5 km).
Where is Katherine High School located?
Katherine High School is located in Katherine East, NT 0850. Visit the school website at https://www.katherinehighschool.com.au/.