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Melville High School

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It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. Melville High School is a government secondary school in Kempsey, NSW, for Years 7–12. It had 355 students as of 2025 (ACARA). Compare it with nearby schools, check its school zone, and book a tour to see it in person.

Melville High School

Kempsey, NSW 2440

Government
Co-Ed
Secondary
Years
7–12
Secondary
Students
355
ACARA 2025
Annual fees
Not published
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A caring and positive environment encourages students to achieve in diverse fields.

The school fosters a nurturing atmosphere where students thrive academically and socially. Various programs support growth in arts, technology, and sports, empowering students to succeed and develop essential skills for their future in a supportive community.

School Overview

Key information about Melville High School

School overview facts
School typeSecondarySectorGovernment
Year levels7–12Enrolments355
Early learningNot confirmedTeacher–student ratio1:7.3
GenderCo-EdPrincipalNot available
BoardingNoFoundedNot available
School overview facts
School typeSecondary
Year levels7–12
Early learningNot confirmed
GenderCo-Ed
BoardingNo
School overview facts (continued)
SectorGovernment
Enrolments355
Teacher–student ratio1:7.3
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.05732021: 573 students · Years 7–1220212022: 517 students · Years 7–1220222023: 443 students · Years 7–1220232024: 367 students · Years 7–1220242025: 355 students · Years 7–122025

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys
181(51%)
Girls
174(49%)

Language background other than English

Another language at home
5%
English only
95%
Not stated
0%

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Melville High School

44-50 Nicholson St, South Kempsey NSW 2440

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