Tatachilla Lutheran College

Mclaren Vale, South Australia · Non-denominational · Co-ed · Prep to Year 12

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Leading tier

a high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting solid results across key areas

Leading tier

S360 score: 77.9%

Tatachilla Lutheran College is a co-educational, non-denominational, Mid-Sized school from Prep to Year 12 in Mclaren Vale, South Australia. It sits in the Leading tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Student Wellbeing, where it reaches Distinguished tier. It reaches Elite tier for Student Wellbeing.

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 Wellbeing51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities48 / 60 (80.0%)Distinguished

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment49 / 60 (81.7%)Distinguished

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence47 / 60 (78.3%)Leading

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1015 / 20Leading

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

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1214 / 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 Wellbeing18 / 20Elite

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

Student Support17 / 20Distinguished

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.

Sports15 / 20Leading

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture17 / 20Distinguished

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 Environment16 / 20Distinguished

Evaluates campus quality, library, modern learning spaces, and open and green spaces for recreation and learning.

Technology and Innovation15 / 20Leading

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 Connections16 / 20Distinguished

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
Non-denominational
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Co-ed
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
1,091
Student:teacher ratio
13.3:1
Location
Mclaren Vale, South Australia
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

106868 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
    419(-19)
    Writing
    444(+2)
    Spelling
    418(-15)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    426(-22)
    Numeracy
    421(-15)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    499(-22)
    Writing
    487(-21)
    Spelling
    491(-19)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    509(-23)
    Numeracy
    493(-31)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    544(-22)
    Writing
    571(+2)
    Spelling
    546(-14)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    540(-29)
    Numeracy
    540(-36)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    574(-22)
    Writing
    605(-6)
    Spelling
    565(-21)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    555(-39)
    Numeracy
    573(-32)

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 Tatachilla Lutheran College teach?

Tatachilla Lutheran College teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

Tatachilla Lutheran College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Tatachilla Lutheran College in?

Tatachilla Lutheran College is classified as Independent.

Does Tatachilla Lutheran College offer boarding?

No, Tatachilla Lutheran College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Tatachilla Lutheran College?

Tatachilla Lutheran College has 1,091 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Tatachilla Lutheran College?

Tatachilla Lutheran College's student to teacher ratio is 13.3 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Tatachilla Lutheran College sit in?

Tatachilla Lutheran College sits in the Leading tier, a high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting solid results across key areas.

What is Tatachilla Lutheran College's strongest area on Schools360?

Tatachilla Lutheran College's strongest area is Student Wellbeing, reaching Distinguished tier.

Where does Tatachilla Lutheran College rank?

Tatachilla Lutheran College ranks 14th among private co-ed schools in South Australia.

Where is Tatachilla Lutheran College located?

Tatachilla Lutheran College is located in Mclaren Vale, South Australia.