Aquinas College

Ringwood, Victoria · Catholic · Co-ed · Year 7 to Year 12

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Leading tier

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

Ranked 3rd among Catholic co-ed schools in VictoriaLeading tier

S360 score: 76.6%

Aquinas College is a co-educational, Catholic, Large school from Year 7 to Year 12 in Ringwood, Victoria. It sits in the Leading tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Learning Environment, where it reaches Distinguished tier. It reaches Elite tier for Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment.

Schools360 scoring overview

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

Academic Excellence41 / 60 (68.3%)Trusted

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing45 / 60 (75.0%)Leading

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities48 / 60 (80.0%)Distinguished

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence47 / 60 (78.3%)Leading

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1012 / 20Highly Capable

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

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1214 / 20Trusted

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 Wellbeing15 / 20Leading

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

Curriculum16 / 20Distinguished

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

Sports17 / 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 Environment18 / 20Elite

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

Technology and Innovation16 / 20Distinguished

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

Institutional Excellence

School Governance17 / 20Distinguished

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

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections16 / 20Distinguished

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

Sustainability14 / 20Trusted

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

Key information

Affiliation
Catholic
Year range
Year 7 to Year 12
Gender
Co-ed
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
1,671
Student:teacher ratio
11.9:1
Location
Ringwood, Victoria
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

108585 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 7
    Reading
    565(-1)
    Writing
    575(+6)
    Spelling
    555(-5)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    563(-6)
    Numeracy
    568(-8)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    585(-11)
    Writing
    598(-13)
    Spelling
    574(-12)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    570(-24)
    Numeracy
    579(-26)

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

Senior secondary results

Published by the school or its state curriculum authority, not compiled or scored by Schools360.

2025

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    30
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
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    4.8%

Source: the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA), extracted 2026-08-21.

2024

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    29
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    5.1%

Source: the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA), extracted 2026-08-21.

2023

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    31
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    6.4%

Source: the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA), extracted 2026-08-21.

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Common questions

What year levels does Aquinas College teach?

Aquinas College teaches Year 7 to Year 12.

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

Aquinas College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Aquinas College in?

Aquinas College is classified as Catholic.

Does Aquinas College offer boarding?

No, Aquinas College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Aquinas College?

Aquinas College has 1,671 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Aquinas College?

Aquinas College's student to teacher ratio is 11.9 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Aquinas College sit in?

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

What is Aquinas College's strongest area on Schools360?

Aquinas College's strongest area is Learning Environment, reaching Distinguished tier.

Where does Aquinas College rank?

Aquinas College ranks 3rd among Catholic co-ed schools in Victoria.

Where is Aquinas College located?

Aquinas College is located in Ringwood, Victoria.