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Newcastle High School

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It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. Newcastle High School is a government secondary school in Hamilton, NSW, for Years 7–12. It had 1,072 students as of 2025 (ACARA). Compare it with nearby schools, check its school zone, and book a tour to see it in person.

Newcastle High School

Hamilton, NSW 2303

Government
Co-Ed
Secondary
Years
7–12
Secondary
Students
1,072
ACARA 2025
Annual fees
Not published
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A large and vibrant school fostering respect, responsibility, and participation among diverse students.

The school nurtures a vibrant and inclusive environment, emphasising personal development, academic excellence and varied programs, including Arts, Technology, and Sports, while respecting diverse cultural backgrounds. Shared values of respect, responsibility, and participation guide the school community.

School Overview

Key information about Newcastle High School

School overview facts
School typeSecondarySectorGovernment
Year levels7–12Enrolments1,072
Early learningNot confirmedTeacher–student ratio1:11.3
GenderCo-EdPrincipalNot available
BoardingNoFoundedNot available
School overview facts
School typeSecondary
Year levels7–12
Early learningNot confirmed
GenderCo-Ed
BoardingNo
School overview facts (continued)
SectorGovernment
Enrolments1,072
Teacher–student ratio1:11.3
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.01,2272021: 1,227 students · Years 7–1220212022: 1,202 students · Years 7–1220222023: 1,172 students · Years 7–1220232024: 1,128 students · Years 7–1220242025: 1,072 students · Years 7–122025

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys
562(52.4%)
Girls
510(47.6%)

Language background other than English

Another language at home
15%
English only
85%
Not stated
0%

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Newcastle High School

160/200 Parkway Ave, Hamilton South NSW 2303

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