Tiny independent primary school (43 students, K–6) in Yarramalong, NSW; 100% Indigenous enrolment.
NAPLAN cohorts too small to compare with national averages; the result is a B- overall.
Darkinjung Barker has an overall SchoolRank score of 40.3/100, rated "Slightly below average". This score is calculated from academic results, student growth, wellbeing, programs, and value for money. Academically, the school grades C+ (Below average) against other Australian schools. The school's ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) is 809 (3rd percentile; the national average is 1,000).
Darkinjung Barker has about 43 students across 7 year levels, so roughly 6 sit each year level's NAPLAN test. That is too few to compare meaningfully with a national average: a handful of children moves the figure by more than most real differences between schools. Its most recent published results are from 2025. Year 3 students averaged Reading 400, Writing 385, Numeracy 358, Spelling 389 and Grammar 348. Year 5 students averaged Reading 490, Writing 453, Numeracy 450, Spelling 439 and Grammar 464. Year levels are listed separately because NAPLAN scores rise with year level. Students at Darkinjung Barker sit NAPLAN in Years 3 and 5.
Darkinjung Barker is a very small Independent primary school with approximately 43 students. It offers education for years K-6. As an Independent school, enrolment typically involves an application process. Contact the school directly for enrolment criteria, waiting lists, and open day information.
Darkinjung Barker has approximate annual tuition fees of $417. Actual fees may vary by year level, and additional costs for uniforms, camps, and extracurricular activities typically apply. The school grades C+ (Below average) for value for money, which weighs academic results against the cost of attendance.
Darkinjung Barker has a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.3:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 27% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 89%, which is good.
Darkinjung Barker is located in Yarramalong, NSW, in inner regional Australia. Its ICSEA is 809 (3rd percentile; the national average is 1,000). ICSEA measures the advantage of a school's community, from its parents' education and occupation, not the school's quality. A school with a lower ICSEA and strong academic results may be teaching particularly effectively.