# Macksville High School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Secondary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 7 to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 365 (2025)
- **Address**: 40 Boundary St, Macksville NSW 2447
- **Phone**: (02) 6568 1025
- **Website**: https://macksville-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: macksville-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49649
- **Established**: 1950-01-01

## About

Macksville High School is a co-educational comprehensive school located in the picturesque Nambucca Valley, specifically on the banks of the Nambucca River. Established in 1950, it has a proud tradition of excellence in academic, sporting, cultural, and civic achievements. The school is deeply embedded in the local community, enjoying strong support from parents and caregivers, which fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment for approximately 500 students from Years 7 to 12.

## Facilities
Macksville High School boasts modern facilities that enhance the educational experience. These include advanced resources in Technology and Applied Studies, Creative and Performing Arts, and Agriculture, as well as a Trade Training Centre and a Language Centre. Students benefit from a community stadium and advanced technology such as computer rooms, video conferencing tools, interactive whiteboards, and 1:1 computing devices, allowing them to excel in various areas of study.

## Student Support
The school prioritises the academic and wellbeing needs of its students, supported by a well-equipped Learning Centre and dedicated Learning Support and Wellbeing Teams. Experienced and committed teaching staff provide students with the opportunities needed to reach their potential. In addition to a broad curriculum, Macksville High School offers extensive extracurricular activities, including musicals, sporting competitions, debating, and public speaking, ensuring that students can engage fully in school life and create memorable experiences.

## Mission

Macksville High School aspires to be a respectful, safe, positive and inclusive learning community. We aim to build resilience, strength and success for life-long learning outcomes in a changing world.

Motto: "That's my school"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 365 |
| 2024 | 412 |
| 2023 | 448 |
| 2022 | 504 |
| 2021 | 516 |
| 2020 | 499 |
| 2019 | 472 |
| 2018 | 504 |
| 2017 | 520 |
| 2016 | 549 |
| 2015 | 538 |
| 2014 | 626 |
| 2013 | 626 |
| 2012 | 632 |
| 2011 | 627 |
| 2010 | 629 |
| 2009 | 623 |
| 2008 | 645 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49649-macksville-high-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.