Simonds Catholic College

West Melbourne, Victoria · Catholic · Boys · 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: 70.9%

Simonds Catholic College is a boys', Catholic, Boutique school from Year 7 to Year 12 in West Melbourne, Victoria. It sits in the Trusted tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Learning Environment, where it reaches Leading tier. It ranks 6th among Catholic boys 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 Excellence41 / 60 (68.3%)Trusted

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing40 / 60 (66.7%)Trusted

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities43 / 60 (71.7%)Trusted

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment47 / 60 (78.3%)Leading

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence42 / 60 (70.0%)Trusted

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1012 / 20Highly Capable

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 Wellbeing13 / 20Trusted

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 Development13 / 20Trusted

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

Learning Opportunities

Curriculum15 / 20Leading

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

Sports13 / 20Trusted

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture15 / 20Leading

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

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff16 / 20Distinguished

Assesses teacher qualifications, ratios, satisfaction and instructional methodologies.

Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment15 / 20Leading

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
Catholic
Year range
Year 7 to Year 12
Gender
Boys
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
389
Student:teacher ratio
10.5:1
Location
West Melbourne, Victoria
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

105353 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
    540(-26)
    Writing
    541(-28)
    Spelling
    539(-21)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    547(-22)
    Numeracy
    561(-15)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    567(-29)
    Writing
    578(-33)
    Spelling
    567(-19)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    550(-44)
    Numeracy
    578(-27)

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
    Figure
    29
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    3.4%

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
    Figure
    6.5%

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

2023

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    28
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    1.7%

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

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Common questions

What year levels does Simonds Catholic College teach?

Simonds Catholic College teaches Year 7 to Year 12.

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

Simonds Catholic College is a Boys school.

What sector is Simonds Catholic College in?

Simonds Catholic College is classified as Catholic.

Does Simonds Catholic College offer boarding?

No, Simonds Catholic College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Simonds Catholic College?

Simonds Catholic College has 389 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Simonds Catholic College?

Simonds Catholic College's student to teacher ratio is 10.5 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Simonds Catholic College sit in?

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

What is Simonds Catholic College's strongest area on Schools360?

Simonds Catholic College's strongest area is Learning Environment, reaching Leading tier.

Where does Simonds Catholic College rank?

Simonds Catholic College ranks 6th among Catholic boys schools in Victoria.

Where is Simonds Catholic College located?

Simonds Catholic College is located in West Melbourne, Victoria.