Tiny government combined (K–12) school in very remote Goodooga, NSW; 28 enrolled, 100% Aboriginal students.
Goodooga Central School draws students from the Goodooga CS (and 2 more zones).
Goodooga Central School is a very small government combined school with approximately 28 students. It offers education for years K-12. As a government school, enrolment is generally available to students living within the school's designated catchment zone. Families outside the zone may apply for out-of-area placement subject to availability.
Goodooga Central School is a government school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may be asked to contribute to voluntary school fees covering materials, excursions, and activities.
Goodooga Central School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 3.5:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 38% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 63%, which is below the national benchmark.
Goodooga Central School is located in Goodooga, NSW, classified as a very remote school. 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.