Ballarat Clarendon College

Ballarat, Victoria · Non-denominational · Co-ed · Prep to Year 12

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Leading tier

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

Elite for Academic ExcellenceRanked 2nd among private regional schools in VictoriaLeading tier

S360 score: 78.2%

Ballarat Clarendon College is a co-educational, non-denominational, Large school from Prep to Year 12 in Ballarat, Victoria. It sits in the Leading tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Academic Excellence, where it reaches Elite tier. It reaches Elite tier for Academic Performance Years 7 to 10.

Schools360 scoring overview

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

Academic Excellence53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing44 / 60 (73.3%)Leading

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities46 / 60 (76.7%)Leading

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment43 / 60 (71.7%)Trusted

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence46 / 60 (76.7%)Leading

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1020 / 20Elite

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

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1220 / 20Elite

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

University Outcomes and Pathways13 / 20Trusted

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 Support15 / 20Leading

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

Curriculum15 / 20Leading

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

Sports15 / 20Leading

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture16 / 20Distinguished

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

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff14 / 20Trusted

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 Innovation13 / 20Trusted

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

Institutional Excellence

School Governance14 / 20Trusted

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.

Sustainability16 / 20Distinguished

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

Key information

Affiliation
Non-denominational
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Co-ed
Boarding
Yes
Total enrolments
1,876
Student:teacher ratio
13.4:1
Location
Ballarat, Victoria
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1172172 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
    487(+49)
    Writing
    522(+80)
    Spelling
    500(+67)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    555(+107)
    Numeracy
    498(+62)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    564(+43)
    Writing
    580(+72)
    Spelling
    559(+49)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    647(+115)
    Numeracy
    601(+77)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    628(+62)
    Writing
    645(+76)
    Spelling
    613(+53)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    685(+116)
    Numeracy
    675(+99)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    648(+52)
    Writing
    685(+74)
    Spelling
    619(+33)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    690(+96)
    Numeracy
    705(+100)

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
    37
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    35.0%

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

2024

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    37
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    34.7%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    91.2

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

2023

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    39
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    45.8%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    94.4
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    70.0%

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

2026 fees

All inclusive — this figure already includes levies and other charges. Not directly comparable to a Tuition only figure at another school.

  • Local day students fees, 2026
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Annual fee
    $17,900
  • Year level
    Year 8
    Annual fee
    $21,300
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Annual fee
    $22,600
  • Year level
    Year 10
    Annual fee
    $24,280
  • Year level
    Year 11
    Annual fee
    $24,700
  • Year level
    Year 12
    Annual fee
    $24,705
Additional information on fees

Published via GoodSchools (Good Schools Guide), a directory the school itself supplies its fee schedule to.

Source: the school’s published fee schedule. Extracted 2026-08-20.

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Common questions

What year levels does Ballarat Clarendon College teach?

Ballarat Clarendon College teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

Ballarat Clarendon College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Ballarat Clarendon College in?

Ballarat Clarendon College is classified as Independent.

Does Ballarat Clarendon College offer boarding?

Yes, Ballarat Clarendon College offers boarding.

How many students attend Ballarat Clarendon College?

Ballarat Clarendon College has 1,876 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Ballarat Clarendon College?

Ballarat Clarendon College's student to teacher ratio is 13.4 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Ballarat Clarendon College sit in?

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

What is Ballarat Clarendon College's strongest area on Schools360?

Ballarat Clarendon College's strongest area is Academic Excellence, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Ballarat Clarendon College rank?

Ballarat Clarendon College ranks 2nd among private regional schools in Victoria.

Where is Ballarat Clarendon College located?

Ballarat Clarendon College is located in Ballarat, Victoria.