University of Canberra High School Kaleen

Primary feeders

• Maribyrnong Primary School — Kaleen
• Kaleen Primary School — Kaleen
• Giralang Primary School — Giralang
• Evatt Primary School — Evatt
• Miles Franklin Primary School — Evatt
• Palmerston District Primary School — Palmerston
• Lyneham Primary School — Lyneham
• Aranda Primary School — Aranda
• Florey Primary School — Florey
• Macquarie Primary School — Macquarie

Junior secondary

• University of Canberra High School Kaleen — Kaleen
• University of Canberra Senior Secondary College Lake Ginninderra — Belconnen

Senior secondary

• University of Canberra High School Kaleen — Kaleen
• University of Canberra Senior Secondary College Lake Ginninderra — Belconnen

Is University of Canberra High School Kaleen a good school?

University of Canberra High School Kaleen has an overall SchoolRank score of 44/100, rated "Average". This score is calculated from academic results, student growth, wellbeing, extracurricular programs, and value for money. Academically, the school scores 47/100, indicating developing performance relative to other Australian schools. The school's ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) is 1056, well above the national average of 1,000.

What are the NAPLAN results for University of Canberra High School Kaleen?

In 2025 NAPLAN testing at University of Canberra High School Kaleen, Year 7 students averaged 527 across the tested NAPLAN domains, below the national average of 540 for that year level, and Year 9 students averaged 538, 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.

How do I enrol my child at University of Canberra High School Kaleen?

University of Canberra High School Kaleen is a medium-sized government secondary school with approximately 571 students. It offers education for years 7-10. 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.

What are the fees for University of Canberra High School Kaleen?

University of Canberra High School Kaleen 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 has a value score of 49/100 on SchoolRank, which compares educational outcomes relative to cost, government schools typically score well on this measure.

What are class sizes like at University of Canberra High School Kaleen?

University of Canberra High School Kaleen has a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.6:1. This is 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 85%, which is moderate.

What is the community like at University of Canberra High School Kaleen?

University of Canberra High School Kaleen is located in Kaleen, ACT, classified as a major cities school. With an ICSEA of 1056 (71th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is around the national average. 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.