Maningrida College serves a remote Arnhem Land community through experiential, country-based learning that sits at the heart of its approach.
Maningrida College serves a remote Arnhem Land community through experiential, country-based learning that sits at the heart of its approach. The school runs a Maritime Academy and Learning on Country Programme, alongside vocational pathways in hospitality, construction and mechanics. It offers integrated early childhood care and family support through the Manayingkarirra Centre, and operates homeland school sites across scattered remote locations. The culture is strongly pastoral, with tight-knit community bonds and a focus on learning tied to Country and practical skills.
In 2025 NAPLAN testing at Maningrida College, Year 3 students averaged 175 across the tested NAPLAN domains, well below the national average of 407 for that year level, and Year 5 students averaged 258, well below the national average of 490 for that year level, and Year 7 students averaged 289, well below the national average of 540 for that year level, and Year 9 students averaged 339, well below the national average of 569 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.
Maningrida College is a medium-sized government combined school with approximately 584 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.
Maningrida College 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.
Maningrida College has a student-to-teacher ratio of 6.3:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 33% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 38%, which is below average.
Maningrida College is located in Maningrida, NT, in very remote Australia. Its ICSEA is 601 (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.