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Newtown High School of Performing Arts

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Newtown High School of Performing Arts

Newtown, NSW 2042

Government
Co-Ed
Secondary
Years
7–12
Secondary
Students
1,145
ACARA 2025
Annual fees
Not published
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A leading school recognised for excellence in performing and visual arts education.

Recognised for excellence, the school provides challenging specialist education in Performing and Visual Arts, fostering academic achievement, creativity, and equity. Opportunities for auditions and performances encourage student engagement and growth, preparing individuals for exciting careers in the arts.

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School overview facts
School typeSecondarySectorGovernment
Year levels7–12Enrolments1,145
Early learningNot confirmedTeacher–student ratio1:15
GenderCo-EdPrincipalNot available
BoardingNoFoundedNot available
School overview facts
School typeSecondary
Year levels7–12
Early learningNot confirmed
GenderCo-Ed
BoardingNo
School overview facts (continued)
SectorGovernment
Enrolments1,145
Teacher–student ratio1:15
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.01,1452021: 1,118 students · Years 7–1220212022: 1,128 students · Years 7–1220222023: 1,132 students · Years 7–1220232024: 1,136 students · Years 7–1220242025: 1,145 students · Years 7–122025

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys
468(40.9%)
Girls
677(59.1%)

Language background other than English

Another language at home
29%
English only
71%
Not stated
0%

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Newtown High School of Performing Arts

King St, Newtown NSW 2042

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