Alkimos Baptist College

Merriwa, Western Australia · Christian · Co-ed · Prep to Year 12

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Leading tier

a high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting solid results across key areas

Leading tier

S360 score: 77.7%

Alkimos Baptist College is a co-educational, Christian, Boutique school from Prep to Year 12 in Merriwa, Western Australia. It sits in the Leading tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Learning Opportunities, where it reaches Distinguished tier. It ranks 10th among private co-ed schools in Western Australia.

Schools360 scoring overview

The ▾ marker on each bar shows the national median: the middle score among every Australian school Schools360 has assessed.

Academic Excellence45 / 60 (75.0%)Leading

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing47 / 60 (78.3%)Leading

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities48 / 60 (80.0%)Distinguished

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment48 / 60 (80.0%)Distinguished

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence45 / 60 (75.0%)Leading

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1014 / 20Trusted

Current and previous years NAPLAN test scores assessing academic proficiency for students in years 7 to 10.

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1216 / 20Distinguished

Measures of academic achievement, including median ATAR scores and VCE, HSC or equivalent results.

University Outcomes and Pathways15 / 20Leading

Evaluates students' progress, entry into top-tier universities, postgraduate study, and alumni success.

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing17 / 20Distinguished

Focuses on promoting students' physical, mental and emotional health, anti-bullying and school diversity.

Student Support16 / 20Distinguished

Examines support systems such as learning assistance, mentorship, pastoral care and inclusive education.

Personal Development14 / 20Trusted

Tracks initiatives fostering leadership, career readiness, independence, social justice and outdoor education.

Learning Opportunities

Curriculum17 / 20Distinguished

Assesses the diversity and quality of the academic curriculum, including specialised subjects and STEM.

Sports16 / 20Distinguished

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture15 / 20Leading

Measures the quality and achievements in visual arts, music, drama and artistic progression.

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff17 / 20Distinguished

Assesses teacher qualifications, ratios, satisfaction and instructional methodologies.

Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment16 / 20Distinguished

Evaluates campus quality, library, modern learning spaces, and open and green spaces for recreation and learning.

Technology and Innovation15 / 20Leading

Examines the integration of technology, device accessibility, innovative tools and digital literacy initiatives.

Institutional Excellence

School Governance16 / 20Distinguished

Focuses on the vision, strategy, parent involvement, transparency and communication in school governance.

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections14 / 20Trusted

Considers school history, recognition, community engagement, alumni network and school impact.

Sustainability15 / 20Leading

Examines the school's commitment, strategy, reporting and practices related to environmental sustainability.

Key information

Affiliation
Christian
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Co-ed
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
332
Student:teacher ratio
14.6:1
Location
Merriwa, Western Australia
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

103838 above the national average

ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of a school’s student population — the occupation and education of families, the school’s geographic location, and the proportion of Indigenous students it enrols. It is not a measure of school quality or performance. The national average is 1000.

Source: ACARA My School. Published by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) via the My School website.

NAPLAN

Each score below is shown against the national average — Schools360’s own calculation across the private and independent schools in this dataset with a result at that year level and domain, not a figure ACARA itself publishes, and not every Australian school ACARA tracks. It rests on a single year’s cohort, not a stable multi-year pattern.

2025 NAPLAN results

  • Year level
    Year 3
    Reading
    377(-61)
    Writing
    414(-28)
    Spelling
    384(-49)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    388(-60)
    Numeracy
    410(-26)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    469(-52)
    Writing
    470(-38)
    Spelling
    481(-29)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    478(-54)
    Numeracy
    471(-53)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    525(-41)
    Writing
    547(-22)
    Spelling
    546(-14)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    522(-47)
    Numeracy
    519(-57)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    583(-13)
    Writing
    578(-33)
    Spelling
    581(-5)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    554(-40)
    Numeracy
    581(-24)

Source: ACARA My School, 2025. Published by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) via the My School website.

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Common questions

What year levels does Alkimos Baptist College teach?

Alkimos Baptist College teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is Alkimos Baptist College a boys, girls or co-ed school?

Alkimos Baptist College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Alkimos Baptist College in?

Alkimos Baptist College is classified as Independent.

Does Alkimos Baptist College offer boarding?

No, Alkimos Baptist College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Alkimos Baptist College?

Alkimos Baptist College has 332 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Alkimos Baptist College?

Alkimos Baptist College's student to teacher ratio is 14.6 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Alkimos Baptist College sit in?

Alkimos Baptist College sits in the Leading tier, a high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting solid results across key areas.

What is Alkimos Baptist College's strongest area on Schools360?

Alkimos Baptist College's strongest area is Learning Opportunities, reaching Distinguished tier.

Where does Alkimos Baptist College rank?

Alkimos Baptist College ranks 10th among private co-ed schools in Western Australia.

Where is Alkimos Baptist College located?

Alkimos Baptist College is located in Merriwa, Western Australia.