Very remote government combined primary school in Nyirripi, NT, serving 31 students from preschool to Year 7.
Nyirripi School has about 31 students across 8 year levels, so roughly 4 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 108, Writing 166, Spelling 162. NAPLAN is tested in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9.
Nyirripi School is a very small government combined school with approximately 31 students. It offers education for years T-7. 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.
Nyirripi 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.
Nyirripi School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 4.4:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 46% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 40%, which is below the national benchmark.
Nyirripi School is located in Nyirripi, NT, 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.