According to the Department of Education, Employment and Training, there are currently 586 students enrolled at the school. The current principal is Anne White.[27] Due to the vast area and sparse population serviced by the Katherine Region, many students have to travel significant distances from their home to attend school. Callistemon House located nearby, while independent of Katherine High School provides accommodation for up to 40 high school students from remote areas so they may attend classes regularly at the school.[28]