Hunter Valley Grammar School

Ashtonfield, New South Wales · No religious affiliation · Co-ed · Prep to Year 12

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Leading tier

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

Leading tier

S360 score: 78.3%

Hunter Valley Grammar School is a co-educational, Mid-Sized school from Prep to Year 12 in Ashtonfield, New South Wales. It sits in the Leading tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Learning Opportunities, where it reaches Distinguished tier. It reaches Elite tier for Curriculum.

Schools360 scoring overview

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

Academic Excellence44 / 60 (73.3%)Leading

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing46 / 60 (76.7%)Leading

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence42 / 60 (70.0%)Trusted

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 1215 / 20Leading

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 Wellbeing14 / 20Trusted

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 Development15 / 20Leading

Tracks initiatives fostering leadership, career readiness, independence, social justice and outdoor education.

Learning Opportunities

Curriculum18 / 20Elite

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

Sports16 / 20Distinguished

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture17 / 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 Environment17 / 20Distinguished

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 Governance15 / 20Leading

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

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections14 / 20Trusted

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
No religious affiliation
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Co-ed
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
1,129
Student:teacher ratio
9.0:1
Location
Ashtonfield, New South Wales
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1134134 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
    450(+12)
    Writing
    445(+3)
    Spelling
    428(-5)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    454(+6)
    Numeracy
    432(-4)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    527(+6)
    Writing
    504(-4)
    Spelling
    526(+16)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    534(+2)
    Numeracy
    538(+14)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    576(+10)
    Writing
    581(+12)
    Spelling
    569(+9)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    578(+9)
    Numeracy
    583(+7)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    598(+2)
    Writing
    594(-17)
    Spelling
    586(0)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    590(-4)
    Numeracy
    619(+14)

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
    8.0%
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    21.0%
  • Result
    HSC success rate
    Figure
    13.4%
  • Result
    SMH Rank
    Figure
    #129

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

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Common questions

What year levels does Hunter Valley Grammar School teach?

Hunter Valley Grammar School teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is Hunter Valley Grammar School a boys, girls or co-ed school?

Hunter Valley Grammar School is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Hunter Valley Grammar School in?

Hunter Valley Grammar School is classified as Independent.

Does Hunter Valley Grammar School offer boarding?

No, Hunter Valley Grammar School does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Hunter Valley Grammar School?

Hunter Valley Grammar School has 1,129 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Hunter Valley Grammar School?

Hunter Valley Grammar School's student to teacher ratio is 9.0 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Hunter Valley Grammar School sit in?

Hunter Valley Grammar School sits in the Leading tier, a high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting solid results across key areas.

What is Hunter Valley Grammar School's strongest area on Schools360?

Hunter Valley Grammar School's strongest area is Learning Opportunities, reaching Distinguished tier.

Where is Hunter Valley Grammar School located?

Hunter Valley Grammar School is located in Ashtonfield, New South Wales.