Marist College Canberra

Pearce, Australian Capital Territory · Catholic · Boys · Year 4 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 EnvironmentRanked 1st among Catholic schools in Australian Capital TerritoryDistinguished tier

S360 score: 81.3%

Marist College Canberra is a boys', Catholic, Large school from Year 4 to Year 12 in Pearce, Australian Capital Territory. It sits in the Distinguished tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Learning Environment, where it reaches Elite tier. It reaches Elite tier for Technology and Innovation.

Schools360 scoring overview

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

Academic Excellence45 / 60 (75.0%)Leading

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing47 / 60 (78.3%)Leading

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment54 / 60 (90.0%)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 1215 / 20Leading

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

University Outcomes and Pathways14 / 20Trusted

Evaluates students' progress, entry into top-tier universities, postgraduate study, and alumni success.

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing17 / 20Distinguished

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

Student Support14 / 20Trusted

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

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 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 Innovation19 / 20Elite

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

Institutional Excellence

School Governance16 / 20Distinguished

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

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections17 / 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 4 to Year 12
Gender
Boys
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
1,826
Student:teacher ratio
13.2:1
Location
Pearce, Australian Capital Territory
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1142142 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 5
    Reading
    528(+7)
    Writing
    489(-19)
    Spelling
    505(-5)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    529(-3)
    Numeracy
    532(+8)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    562(-4)
    Writing
    546(-23)
    Spelling
    559(-1)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    556(-13)
    Numeracy
    586(+10)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    600(+4)
    Writing
    586(-25)
    Spelling
    584(-2)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    586(-8)
    Numeracy
    618(+13)

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 Marist College Canberra teach?

Marist College Canberra teaches Year 4 to Year 12.

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

Marist College Canberra is a Boys school.

What sector is Marist College Canberra in?

Marist College Canberra is classified as Independent.

Does Marist College Canberra offer boarding?

No, Marist College Canberra does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Marist College Canberra?

Marist College Canberra has 1,826 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Marist College Canberra?

Marist College Canberra's student to teacher ratio is 13.2 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Marist College Canberra sit in?

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

What is Marist College Canberra's strongest area on Schools360?

Marist College Canberra's strongest area is Learning Environment, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Marist College Canberra rank?

Marist College Canberra ranks 1st among Catholic schools in Australian Capital Territory.

Where is Marist College Canberra located?

Marist College Canberra is located in Pearce, Australian Capital Territory.