Eltham College

Research, Victoria · No religious affiliation · Co-ed · Prep to Year 12

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Distinguished tier

a very high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting strong results across most areas

Elite for Institutional ExcellenceElite for Learning EnvironmentDistinguished tier

S360 score: 85.7%

Eltham College is a co-educational, Boutique school from Prep to Year 12 in Research, Victoria. It sits in the Distinguished tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Institutional Excellence, where it reaches Elite tier. It reaches Elite tier for Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections.

Schools360 scoring overview

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

Academic Excellence50 / 60 (83.3%)Distinguished

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing49 / 60 (81.7%)Distinguished

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities52 / 60 (86.7%)Distinguished

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence55 / 60 (91.7%)Elite

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1018 / 20Elite

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

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1217 / 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 Wellbeing16 / 20Distinguished

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

Student Support17 / 20Distinguished

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

Personal Development16 / 20Distinguished

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.

Sports17 / 20Distinguished

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture18 / 20Elite

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 Innovation18 / 20Elite

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

Institutional Excellence

School Governance18 / 20Elite

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

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections19 / 20Elite

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

Sustainability18 / 20Elite

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

Key information

Affiliation
No religious affiliation
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Co-ed
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
648
Student:teacher ratio
8.2:1
Location
Research, Victoria
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1139139 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
    397(-41)
    Writing
    408(-34)
    Spelling
    365(-68)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    394(-54)
    Numeracy
    392(-44)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    539(+18)
    Writing
    505(-3)
    Spelling
    496(-14)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    522(-10)
    Numeracy
    548(+24)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    579(+13)
    Writing
    566(-3)
    Spelling
    555(-5)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    570(+1)
    Numeracy
    595(+19)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    608(+12)
    Writing
    610(-1)
    Spelling
    585(-1)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    597(+3)
    Numeracy
    618(+13)

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
    32
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    10.2%

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

2024

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    31
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    9.0%

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

2023

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    32
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    12.6%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    81.1
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    19.4%

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
    $30,564
  • Year level
    Year 8
    Annual fee
    $31,868
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Annual fee
    $37,768
  • Year level
    Year 10
    Annual fee
    $34,792
  • Year level
    Year 11
    Annual fee
    $35,844
  • Year level
    Year 12
    Annual fee
    $35,844
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 Eltham College teach?

Eltham College teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

Eltham College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Eltham College in?

Eltham College is classified as Independent.

Does Eltham College offer boarding?

No, Eltham College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Eltham College?

Eltham College has 648 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Eltham College?

Eltham College's student to teacher ratio is 8.2 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Eltham College sit in?

Eltham College sits in the Distinguished tier, a very high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting strong results across most areas.

What is Eltham College's strongest area on Schools360?

Eltham College's strongest area is Institutional Excellence, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Eltham College rank?

Eltham College ranks 11th among private co-ed schools in Victoria.

Where is Eltham College located?

Eltham College is located in Research, Victoria.