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Indicator

Schools

Number of schools in the area.

About this measure

Source: Australian Schools List (Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA)), 2025, CC BY 4.0. Explore the map below for local values.

Explore on the map

See how schools varies across Australia.

By statistical area 2 (sa2) By council (lga) By sub-region (sa3) By region (sa4)

Highest areas

SA2 areas with the highest schools (latest data).

  1. Lismore Surrounds 20
  2. Albury Surrounds 17
  3. Dural - Kenthurst - Wisemans Ferry 17
  4. Derby - West Kimberley 17
  5. Wagga Wagga Surrounds 16
  6. Goulburn 15

Related indicators

Completed Year 12 View → Adults with a bachelor degree or higher View → Schools per 1,000 children View → Schools within 3 km View → School enrolments View → Average school size View → Average school ICSEA View →

Frequently asked questions

How is Schools measured?

Number of schools in the area. It is a count, so larger areas naturally record larger totals — compare it against population or area for a fair read.

How does Schools vary across Australia?

Across the 2,233 SA2 areas with data, Schools ranges from 1 to 20, with a typical (median) area at 4. Most areas cluster toward the lower end, with a smaller number of much higher areas stretching the range.

Where can I see Schools for my area?

Use the interactive map to compare Schools down to statistical area 2 (sa2) and council (lga) level, or search any suburb, postcode or council area to see its value in context against state and national figures.

Cite this page

Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA). (2025). Schools [Australian Schools List]. CensusAtlas, used under CC BY 4.0. https://censusatlas.au/indicator/school-count