Penrhos College

Como, Western Australia · No religious affiliation · Girls · Prep to Year 12

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Elite tier

the highest tier on Schools360, reflecting exceptional overall performance

Elite for Student WellbeingElite for Learning EnvironmentElite for Academic ExcellenceElite for Learning OpportunitiesRanked 1st among private girls schools in Western Australia

S360 score: 90.3%

Penrhos College is a girls', Mid-Sized school from Prep to Year 12 in Como, Western Australia. It sits in the Elite tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Student Wellbeing, where it reaches Elite tier. It reaches Elite tier for University Outcomes and Pathways.

Schools360 scoring overview

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

Academic Excellence54 / 60 (90.0%)Elite

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing56 / 60 (93.3%)Elite

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment55 / 60 (91.7%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence52 / 60 (86.7%)Distinguished

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1017 / 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 Pathways19 / 20Elite

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

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing18 / 20Elite

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

Student Support19 / 20Elite

Examines support systems such as learning assistance, mentorship, pastoral care and inclusive education.

Personal Development19 / 20Elite

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.

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 Staff19 / 20Elite

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 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 Connections19 / 20Elite

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

Sustainability16 / 20Distinguished

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
Girls
Boarding
Yes
Total enrolments
1,043
Student:teacher ratio
10.6:1
Location
Como, Western Australia
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1143143 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
    441(+3)
    Writing
    445(+3)
    Spelling
    424(-9)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    425(-23)
    Numeracy
    431(-5)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    537(+16)
    Writing
    523(+15)
    Spelling
    535(+25)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    540(+8)
    Numeracy
    518(-6)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    584(+18)
    Writing
    579(+10)
    Spelling
    565(+5)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    590(+21)
    Numeracy
    582(+6)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    626(+30)
    Writing
    652(+41)
    Spelling
    602(+16)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    610(+16)
    Numeracy
    617(+12)

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 Penrhos College teach?

Penrhos College teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

Penrhos College is a Girls school.

What sector is Penrhos College in?

Penrhos College is classified as Independent.

Does Penrhos College offer boarding?

Yes, Penrhos College offers boarding.

How many students attend Penrhos College?

Penrhos College has 1,043 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Penrhos College?

Penrhos College's student to teacher ratio is 10.6 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Penrhos College sit in?

Penrhos College sits in the Elite tier, the highest tier on Schools360, reflecting exceptional overall performance.

What is Penrhos College's strongest area on Schools360?

Penrhos College's strongest area is Student Wellbeing, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Penrhos College rank?

Penrhos College ranks 1st among private girls schools in Western Australia.

Where is Penrhos College located?

Penrhos College is located in Como, Western Australia.