Tiny independent primary school (43 students, K–6) in Yarramalong, NSW; 100% Indigenous enrolment.
NAPLAN cohorts too small to compare with national averages and growth above the national median; the result is a B overall.
Darkinjung Barker has an overall SchoolRank score of 51.4/100, rated "Average". This score is calculated from academic results, student growth, wellbeing, extracurricular programs, and value for money. Academically, the school scores 34/100, indicating developing performance relative to other Australian schools. The school's ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) is 809, below the national average of 1,000. Notably, the school shows strong student growth over time (88/100), meaning students tend to improve well regardless of their starting point.
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 were Reading 445, Writing 419, Numeracy 404, Spelling 414, Grammar 406. NAPLAN is tested in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9.
Darkinjung Barker is a very small independent primary school with approximately 43 students. It offers education for years K-6. As a 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's value score is 35/100, which measures academic outcomes relative to 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 moderate.
Darkinjung Barker is located in Yarramalong, NSW, classified as a inner regional school. With an ICSEA of 809 (3th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is below average, which means the school serves a community with greater socio-educational challenges. ICSEA measures the educational advantage of a school's community, not the school's quality, a lower ICSEA school with strong academic scores may indicate particularly effective teaching.