Loyola College

Watsonia, Victoria · Catholic · Co-ed · Year 7 to Year 12

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Trusted tier

a well regarded tier reflecting consistent and reliable overall performance

Trusted tier

S360 score: 67.9%

Loyola College is a co-educational, Catholic, Large school from Year 7 to Year 12 in Watsonia, Victoria. It sits in the Trusted tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Student Wellbeing, where it reaches Trusted tier. It ranks 13th among Catholic co-ed schools in Victoria.

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 Wellbeing43 / 60 (71.7%)Trusted

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities40 / 60 (66.7%)Trusted

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment42 / 60 (70.0%)Trusted

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence40 / 60 (66.7%)Trusted

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 1213 / 20Trusted

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

University Outcomes and Pathways12 / 20Highly Capable

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 Development15 / 20Leading

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.

Sports12 / 20Highly Capable

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture12 / 20Highly Capable

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

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff12 / 20Highly Capable

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 Innovation14 / 20Trusted

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

Institutional Excellence

School Governance13 / 20Trusted

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

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections13 / 20Trusted

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

Sustainability14 / 20Trusted

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
1,446
Student:teacher ratio
11.7:1
Location
Watsonia, Victoria
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

105555 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
    557(-9)
    Writing
    573(+4)
    Spelling
    549(-11)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    556(-13)
    Numeracy
    567(-9)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    586(-10)
    Writing
    611(0)
    Spelling
    577(-9)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    576(-18)
    Numeracy
    581(-24)

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
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  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
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    5.6%

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

2024

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    30
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
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    4.7%

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

2023

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
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    30
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
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    2.6%

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

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Common questions

What year levels does Loyola College teach?

Loyola College teaches Year 7 to Year 12.

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

Loyola College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Loyola College in?

Loyola College is classified as Catholic.

Does Loyola College offer boarding?

No, Loyola College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Loyola College?

Loyola College has 1,446 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Loyola College?

Loyola College's student to teacher ratio is 11.7 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Loyola College sit in?

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

What is Loyola College's strongest area on Schools360?

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

Where does Loyola College rank?

Loyola College ranks 13th among Catholic co-ed schools in Victoria.

Where is Loyola College located?

Loyola College is located in Watsonia, Victoria.