# Mount Austin High School

Mount Austin High School is a NSW government secondary school in Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Secondary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 7 to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 522 (2025)
- **Address**: Leavenworth Drive, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
- **Phone**: (02) 6925 2801
- **Website**: https://mtaustin-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: mtaustin-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 46417
- **Established**: 1964-01-01

## About

Mount Austin High School is an inclusive, comprehensive public high school located in Wagga Wagga, focused intensely on teaching and learning. The school is committed to providing equal educational opportunities for all students, enabling them to plan for success in their chosen careers. A significant aspect of the school’s history is its strong involvement in sports, with numerous alumni having represented Australia in various disciplines. 

## Curriculum and Learning Model
Senior students engage in a compressed model of HSC delivery, undertaking three discrete subjects each year during their final years. This innovative approach caters to a wide range of student interests, resulting in high retention rates. Additionally, the Big Picture Education Academy offers a project-based learning model that integrates internships into the curriculum. 

## Facilities and Programs
Mount Austin High School features modern facilities, such as recently refurbished science laboratories and a Trade Training Centre that provides vocational education in Construction, Metals, Engineering, and Hospitality. The school promotes a healthy lifestyle through its fully equipped gymnasium and supports cultural pursuits with award-winning Hip Hop crews and Aboriginal dance groups. 

## Aboriginal Education and Community Engagement
The school takes pride in supporting over 200 Aboriginal students, with dedicated teams providing educational leadership and cultural understanding through the "8 Ways" of learning. Collaborations with local universities enhance educational opportunities for Aboriginal and low SES students. The school has established strong partnerships with community groups and local councils, fostering a culturally vibrant environment that values academic achievement. 

Through its focus on respect, responsibility, and commitment, Mount Austin High School continues to serve its community, providing a high-quality education and a supportive environment for all students.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Our school welcomes all students from all backgrounds. We help every child feel safe, included and ready to learn from their very first day.

Motto: "Respect, responsibility, commitment."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 522 |
| 2024 | 496 |
| 2023 | 493 |
| 2022 | 530 |
| 2021 | 507 |
| 2020 | 492 |
| 2019 | 463 |
| 2018 | 429 |
| 2017 | 466 |
| 2016 | 473 |
| 2015 | 517 |
| 2014 | 550 |
| 2013 | 501 |
| 2012 | 490 |
| 2011 | 510 |
| 2010 | 559 |
| 2009 | 535 |
| 2008 | 553 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/46417-mount-austin-high-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.