Pulteney Grammar School

Adelaide, South Australia · Anglican · Co-ed · 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 OpportunitiesElite for Learning EnvironmentRanked 2nd among private co-ed schools in South AustraliaRanked 3rd among private schools in South Australia

S360 score: 87.7%

Pulteney Grammar School is a co-educational, Anglican, Mid-Sized school from Prep to Year 12 in Adelaide, South 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 Personal Development.

Schools360 scoring overview

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

Academic Excellence51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing54 / 60 (90.0%)Elite

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities54 / 60 (90.0%)Elite

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1018 / 20Elite

Current and previous years NAPLAN test scores assessing academic proficiency for students in years 7 to 10.

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1217 / 20Distinguished

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

University Outcomes and Pathways16 / 20Distinguished

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 Support18 / 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.

Sports18 / 20Elite

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 Staff18 / 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 Innovation17 / 20Distinguished

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.

Sustainability15 / 20Leading

Examines the school's commitment, strategy, reporting and practices related to environmental sustainability.

Key information

Affiliation
Anglican
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Co-ed
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
872
Student:teacher ratio
8.3:1
Location
Adelaide, South Australia
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1170170 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
    436(-2)
    Writing
    436(-6)
    Spelling
    416(-17)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    420(-28)
    Numeracy
    437(+1)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    525(+4)
    Writing
    517(+9)
    Spelling
    524(+14)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    537(+5)
    Numeracy
    534(+10)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    572(+6)
    Writing
    575(+6)
    Spelling
    556(-4)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    577(+8)
    Numeracy
    598(+22)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    619(+23)
    Writing
    642(+31)
    Spelling
    599(+13)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    611(+17)
    Numeracy
    623(+18)

Source: ACARA My School, 2025. Published by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) via the My School website.

2026 fees

All inclusive — this figure already includes levies and other charges. Not directly comparable to a Tuition only figure at another school.

  • Local day students fees, 2026
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Annual fee
    $28,432
  • Year level
    Year 8
    Annual fee
    $30,806
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Annual fee
    $31,123
  • Year level
    Year 10
    Annual fee
    $33,074
  • Year level
    Year 11
    Annual fee
    $33,074
  • Year level
    Year 12
    Annual fee
    $33,074
Additional information on fees

These fees are inclusive of levies and other charges, as published by the school.

Source: the school’s published fee schedule. Extracted 2026-08-20.

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Common questions

What year levels does Pulteney Grammar School teach?

Pulteney Grammar School teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

Pulteney Grammar School is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Pulteney Grammar School in?

Pulteney Grammar School is classified as Independent.

Does Pulteney Grammar School offer boarding?

No, Pulteney Grammar School does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Pulteney Grammar School?

Pulteney Grammar School has 872 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Pulteney Grammar School?

Pulteney Grammar School's student to teacher ratio is 8.3 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Pulteney Grammar School sit in?

Pulteney Grammar School sits in the Elite tier, the highest tier on Schools360, reflecting exceptional overall performance.

What is Pulteney Grammar School's strongest area on Schools360?

Pulteney Grammar School's strongest area is Student Wellbeing, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Pulteney Grammar School rank?

Pulteney Grammar School ranks 2nd among private co-ed schools in South Australia.

Where is Pulteney Grammar School located?

Pulteney Grammar School is located in Adelaide, South Australia.