Freeman Catholic College

Bonnyrigg Heights, New South Wales · Catholic · Co-ed · Year 7 to Year 12

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Distinguished tier

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

Elite for Learning EnvironmentDistinguished tier

S360 score: 84.1%

Freeman Catholic College is a co-educational, Catholic, Large school from Year 7 to Year 12 in Bonnyrigg Heights, New South Wales. It sits in the Distinguished tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Learning Environment, where it reaches Elite 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 Excellence49 / 60 (81.7%)Distinguished

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities49 / 60 (81.7%)Distinguished

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment55 / 60 (91.7%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence48 / 60 (80.0%)Distinguished

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1016 / 20Distinguished

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

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1218 / 20Elite

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 Development18 / 20Elite

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 Culture16 / 20Distinguished

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

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff18 / 20Elite

Assesses teacher qualifications, ratios, satisfaction and instructional methodologies.

Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment19 / 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 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.

Sustainability15 / 20Leading

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
1,405
Student:teacher ratio
14.1:1
Location
Bonnyrigg Heights, New South Wales
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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 7
    Reading
    558(-8)
    Writing
    570(+1)
    Spelling
    563(+3)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    557(-12)
    Numeracy
    569(-7)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    580(-16)
    Writing
    602(-9)
    Spelling
    591(+5)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    575(-19)
    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.

2023

  • Result
    ATAR 95 and over
    Figure
    9.0%
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    19.0%
  • Result
    HSC success rate
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    15.7%
  • Result
    SMH Rank
    Figure
    #106

Source: Schools360 research, extracted 2026-08-20.

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Common questions

What year levels does Freeman Catholic College teach?

Freeman Catholic College teaches Year 7 to Year 12.

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

Freeman Catholic College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Freeman Catholic College in?

Freeman Catholic College is classified as Catholic.

Does Freeman Catholic College offer boarding?

No, Freeman Catholic College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Freeman Catholic College?

Freeman Catholic College has 1,405 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Freeman Catholic College?

Freeman Catholic College's student to teacher ratio is 14.1 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Freeman Catholic College sit in?

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

What is Freeman Catholic College's strongest area on Schools360?

Freeman Catholic College's strongest area is Learning Environment, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Freeman Catholic College rank?

Freeman Catholic College ranks 4th among Catholic co-ed schools in New South Wales.

Where is Freeman Catholic College located?

Freeman Catholic College is located in Bonnyrigg Heights, New South Wales.