Revealed: The Sydney schools where average parents earn $500,000 plus

A new analysis of financial data has identified a group of Sydney schools where the median income of parents has reached or exceeded $500,000. These figures reflect a significant upward trend in the economic status of families within specific school communities over the past two years.

Data covering the period between 2023 and 2025 indicates that wealth concentration within these educational institutions is intensifying. Across 14 different schools, the median parent income recorded an increase of $50,000 or more during this timeframe.

The findings highlight a growing divide in the socioeconomic backgrounds of families attending various institutions across the city. This shift is characterized by a rapid rise in the average earnings reported by parents at these select schools, placing them at the upper end of the national income spectrum.

The data provides a snapshot of the changing financial demographics within Sydney’s private and independent school sectors. By tracking the median income growth, the report illustrates how certain school communities have experienced substantial economic gains in a relatively short period.

These figures serve as an indicator of the broader economic landscape for families in these specific areas. As median incomes continue to climb at these 14 schools, the data underscores the significant financial resources associated with these particular educational environments.