Sanderson High School
Sanderson High School is a government secondary school in Malak, NT offering 7-9. With an ICSEA score of 863, it sits in the 6th percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 328 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher. 48% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 71% have a language background other than English.
Malak NT 0812. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Sanderson High School compares
By ICSEA, Sanderson High School ranks 17th of the 26 secondary schools in NT that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 11 secondary schools within 5 km, it has the 6th-highest ICSEA and the 4th-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Wulagi Primary School, a government primary school 0.7 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. Sanderson High School scores 863, below average.
Enrolment and location
We map school zones for Victorian government schools only. For Sanderson High School, check catchment rules with the school or the NT education department.
About Malak
Sanderson High School is located in Malak, NT, a suburb with a median household income of $1,676/wk and median rent of $301/wk. Population: 3,013.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS
Malak suburb profileSchools near Sanderson High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Sanderson High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anula Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Anula | 0.7 km | 1006 | 143 higher | 388 |
| Malak Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Malak | 0.7 km | 770 | 93 lower | 148 |
| Top End School of Flexible LearningGovernment Secondary · Malak | 1.1 km | 789 | 74 lower | 123 |
| O'Loughlin Catholic CollegeCatholic Secondary · Karama | 1.4 km | 1025 | 162 higher | 599 |
| Leanyer Primary SchoolGovernment Primary · Leanyer | 1.5 km | 1024 | 161 higher | 538 |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary SchoolCatholic Primary · Karama | 1.5 km | 968 | 105 higher | 248 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sanderson High School a government school?
Yes, Sanderson High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Sanderson High School offer?
Sanderson High School offers 7-9.
What is Sanderson High School's ICSEA score?
Sanderson High School has an ICSEA score of 863, placing it in the 6th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Sanderson High School?
Sanderson High School has 328 enrolled students, with approximately 11 students per teacher.
What schools are near Sanderson High School?
The nearest schools to Sanderson High School are Wulagi Primary School (0.7 km), Anula Primary School (0.7 km), Malak Primary School (0.7 km).
Where is Sanderson High School located?
Sanderson High School is located in Malak, NT 0812. Visit the school website at https://sandersonmiddle.nt.edu.au/.