Hillside Christian College

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

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Trusted tier

a well regarded tier reflecting consistent and reliable overall performance

Trusted tier

S360 score: 66.4%

Hillside Christian College is a co-educational, Christian, Boutique school from Prep to Year 12 in Forrestfield, Western Australia. It sits in the Trusted tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Student Wellbeing, where it reaches Trusted tier. Its score places it in the top 88 percent of Australian schools.

Schools360 scoring overview

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

Academic Excellence39 / 60 (65.0%)Trusted

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing42 / 60 (70.0%)Trusted

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities39 / 60 (65.0%)Trusted

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment42 / 60 (70.0%)Trusted

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence36 / 60 (60.0%)Highly Capable

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 1212 / 20Highly Capable

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 Support13 / 20Trusted

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

Curriculum14 / 20Trusted

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

Sports12 / 20Highly Capable

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture13 / 20Trusted

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

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff15 / 20Leading

Assesses teacher qualifications, ratios, satisfaction and instructional methodologies.

Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment14 / 20Trusted

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 Governance12 / 20Highly Capable

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

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections11 / 20Highly Capable

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

Sustainability13 / 20Trusted

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
428
Student:teacher ratio
13.0:1
Location
Forrestfield, Western Australia
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

103939 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
    384(-54)
    Writing
    408(-34)
    Spelling
    396(-37)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    374(-74)
    Numeracy
    389(-47)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    483(-38)
    Writing
    486(-22)
    Spelling
    487(-23)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    498(-34)
    Numeracy
    481(-43)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    539(-27)
    Writing
    529(-40)
    Spelling
    537(-23)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    533(-36)
    Numeracy
    532(-44)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    585(-11)
    Writing
    574(-37)
    Spelling
    565(-21)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    576(-18)
    Numeracy
    588(-17)

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 Hillside Christian College teach?

Hillside Christian College teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

Hillside Christian College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Hillside Christian College in?

Hillside Christian College is classified as Independent.

Does Hillside Christian College offer boarding?

No, Hillside Christian College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Hillside Christian College?

Hillside Christian College has 428 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Hillside Christian College?

Hillside Christian College's student to teacher ratio is 13.0 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Hillside Christian College sit in?

Hillside Christian College sits in the Trusted tier, a well regarded tier reflecting consistent and reliable overall performance.

What is Hillside Christian College's strongest area on Schools360?

Hillside Christian College's strongest area is Student Wellbeing, reaching Trusted tier.

Where is Hillside Christian College located?

Hillside Christian College is located in Forrestfield, Western Australia.