# Coomealla High School

Coomealla High School is a NSW government secondary school in Dareton, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Secondary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 7 to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 190 (2025)
- **Address**: Silver City Hwy, Dareton NSW 2717
- **Phone**: (03) 5027 4506
- **Website**: https://coomealla-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: coomealla-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 46378
- **Established**: 1975-01-01

## About

Coomealla High School is a comprehensive secondary school located near the Murray River in Dareton, New South Wales, close to the Victorian Regional Centre of Mildura. The school serves approximately 240 students and features a support unit with four classes. Notably, 42% of the student population identifies as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, aligning with the school's commitment to inclusivity and cultural respect. In 2022, Coomealla High School became a part of the Connected Communities Strategy, enhancing its community partnerships and engagement.

## Curriculum and Support
The school offers a diverse and engaging curriculum aimed at improving student outcomes in literacy, numeracy, and overall retention rates through Year 12. Current initiatives focus on fostering cultural competency and providing robust transition support for students. Coomealla High is committed to creating a supportive environment where every student is welcomed and encouraged to learn and grow.

Students have access to extensive facilities including a productive farm, sporting fields, a covered outdoor learning area (COLA), and a well-equipped music studio. The school actively promotes sports and extracurricular excursions, valuing community involvement in enhancing educational experiences.

## Community Involvement
Coomealla High School has strong ties to the local community and a dedicated Parents and Citizens' Association. The school staff, known for their supportiveness and talent, collaborate to deliver quality learning and wellbeing outcomes, ensuring that students are prepared to become capable contributors to society.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!

Motto: "Respect: Yourself, Other people, Learning, Environment"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 190 |
| 2024 | 227 |
| 2023 | 247 |
| 2022 | 246 |
| 2021 | 216 |
| 2020 | 231 |
| 2019 | 252 |
| 2018 | 245 |
| 2017 | 271 |
| 2016 | 293 |
| 2015 | 306 |
| 2014 | 324 |
| 2013 | 359 |
| 2012 | 342 |
| 2011 | 366 |
| 2010 | 388 |
| 2009 | 369 |
| 2008 | 408 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/46378-coomealla-high-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.