Emerald State High School

Emerald, QLD 4720

School Type

Government

Gender

Coeducational

Tuition Fees

N/A

Levels

Secondary

Contact Information

Website

www.emeraldshs.eq.edu.au

principal@emeraldshs.eq.edu.au

Phone

07 4988 2222

Subject Ratings

Mathematics

5.0

English

4.0

Lifetime Average Academic Results

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16.8%

Overall Position 1-5

Compare with nearby schools

The closest schools to Emerald State High School, side by side. Fees appear where a school publishes them; activities and events are what is listed on AroundSchools within a short drive of each school.

School	Distance	Sector	Gender	Years	Students	Fees / yr	Kids' activities within 2 km
Emerald State High SchoolThis school	Here	Government	Co-ed	Secondary	766	—	13
Emerald State School	1.0 km	Government	Co-ed	Primary · Secondary	311	—	13
Emerald North State School	1.0 km	Government	Co-ed	Primary · Secondary	254	—	13
St Patrick's Catholic School - Emerald	1.1 km	Catholic	Co-ed	Primary	—	—	13
Emerald Christian College	1.2 km	Independent	Co-ed	Primary · Secondary	215	$3,787 – $5,078	13
Denison State School	2.5 km	Government	Co-ed	Primary · Secondary	529	—	11
Marist College - Emerald	3.4 km	Catholic	Co-ed	Secondary	545	—	3

Sorted by distance, not ranked. Check whether your address is in the catchment

What's Nearby

Morton Park

Park

Dundas St, Emerald

Lions Park

Park

Ruby St, Emerald

Centenary Park

Park

Centenary Dr, Emerald

Apex Park

Park

Clermont St, Emerald

Emerald & District Lawn Tennis Association

Tennis

Opal St, Emerald

Emerald Showgrounds

Park

Capricorn Hwy, Emerald

Bobtrac Swim School

Swimming

Opal St, Emerald

Rundle Park

Park

Opal St, Emerald

Emerald Aquatic Centre

Swimming

Opal St, Emerald

Nearby Schools

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Emerald State School

Anakie Street, Emerald QLD 4720 Australia

Government Coeducational Primary+

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Emerald North State School

Campbell Street, Emerald QLD 4720 Australia

Government Coeducational Primary+

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St Patrick's Catholic School - Emerald

41 Yamala Street, Emerald QLD 4720 Australia

Catholic Coeducational Primary

Emerald Christian College

Lot 2 Gregory Highway, Emerald, QLD 4720

Independent Coeducational Primary+

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Denison State School

16 Gray Street, Emerald QLD 4720 Australia

Government Coeducational Primary+

Marist College - Emerald

Jeppesen Drive, Emerald QLD 4720 Australia

Catholic Coeducational Secondary

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Emerald State High School?

Emerald State High School is a Government, Coeducational school in Emerald, QLD, offering Secondary year levels.

Is Emerald State High School a public or private school?

Emerald State High School is a public school. It is government-funded and part of the QLD public education system, so it is generally free for local students to attend, aside from voluntary contributions and levies.

How many students attend Emerald State High School?

Emerald State High School has approximately 766 enrolled students (386 boys and 380 girls).

How does Emerald State High School perform academically?

Based on recent senior secondary results, Emerald State High School achieved around 16.8% of students achieving an OP (Overall Position) between 1 and 5.

Does Emerald State High School have a catchment area?

Yes. Emerald State High School serves the following official intake zone: Emerald SHS (secondary, 2026). Students living inside the zone are guaranteed enrolment — use the AroundSchools catchment checker to confirm whether your address falls within it.

Where is Emerald State High School located?

Emerald State High School is located at Old Airport Drive, Emerald QLD 4720 Australia, Emerald, QLD, 4720.

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Catchment area

Emerald State High School has an official catchment (intake zone). Students living inside the zone are guaranteed a place.

Emerald SHSSecondary · 2026

Check if your address is in the zone

Zone boundary is drawn on the map above (state education department open data) — always confirm enrolment eligibility with the school.

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