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Merewether High School

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It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. Merewether High School is a government secondary school in Broadmeadow, NSW, for Years 7–12. It had 1,080 students as of 2025 (ACARA). Compare it with nearby schools, check its school zone, and book a tour to see it in person.

Merewether High School

Broadmeadow, NSW 2292

Government
Co-Ed
Secondary
Years
7–12
Secondary
Students
1,080
ACARA 2025
Annual fees
Not published
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An academically selective school fostering excellence through academic, sporting and cultural achievements.

With a proud tradition of educational excellence, the school offers a range of academic, sporting, and cultural programs, promoting integrity, diversity, and excellence among students. The focus on student leadership and well-being further enhances the educational experience.

School Overview

Key information about Merewether High School

School overview facts
School typeSecondarySectorGovernment
Year levels7–12Enrolments1,080
Early learningNot confirmedTeacher–student ratio1:14.8
GenderCo-EdPrincipalNot available
BoardingNoFoundedNot available
School overview facts
School typeSecondary
Year levels7–12
Early learningNot confirmed
GenderCo-Ed
BoardingNo
School overview facts (continued)
SectorGovernment
Enrolments1,080
Teacher–student ratio1:14.8
PrincipalNot available
FoundedNot available

Enrolment history

Enrolments from 2021 to 2025Bar chart of reported student totals. Exact figures and reporting details are available in the table below. Missing figures have no bar.01,0802021: 1,080 students · Years 7–1220212022: 1,075 students · Years 7–1220222023: 1,068 students · Years 7–1220232024: 1,075 students · Years 7–1220242025: 1,080 students · Years 7–122025

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys
611(56.6%)
Girls
469(43.4%)

Language background other than English

Another language at home
34%
English only
66%
Not stated
0%

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Merewether High School

130 Chatham St, Broadmeadow NSW 2292

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