Remote government combined school in Gunbalanya, NT, serving 231 students from Transition to Year 12.
In 2025 NAPLAN testing at Gunbalanya School, Year 3 students averaged 174 across the tested NAPLAN domains, well below the national average of 407 for that year level, and Year 5 students averaged 237, well below the national average of 490 for that year level, and Year 7 students averaged 305, well below the national average of 540 for that year level. National averages are specific to each year level, because NAPLAN scores are scaled so older year levels score higher. A school-wide average can't be compared with a single national figure.
Gunbalanya School is a small government combined school with approximately 231 students. It offers education for years T-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.
Gunbalanya 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. The school grades C (Well below average) for value for money, which weighs academic results against the cost of attendance.
Gunbalanya School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.2:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 32% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 46%, which is below average.
Gunbalanya School is located in Gunbalanya, NT, in remote Australia. Its ICSEA is 668 (1st 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.