The Knox School

Wantirna South, Victoria · 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: 77.2%

The Knox School is a co-educational, non-denominational, Boutique school from Prep to Year 12 in Wantirna South, Victoria. It sits in the Leading tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Academic Excellence, where it reaches Distinguished tier. It reaches Elite tier for Academic Performance Years 7 to 10.

Schools360 scoring overview

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

Academic Excellence48 / 60 (80.0%)Distinguished

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing46 / 60 (76.7%)Leading

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities46 / 60 (76.7%)Leading

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment46 / 60 (76.7%)Leading

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence44 / 60 (73.3%)Leading

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1020 / 20Elite

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 Pathways14 / 20Trusted

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

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing15 / 20Leading

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 Development14 / 20Trusted

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

Learning Opportunities

Curriculum14 / 20Trusted

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

Sports16 / 20Distinguished

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture16 / 20Distinguished

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 Environment16 / 20Distinguished

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

Technology and Innovation14 / 20Trusted

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 Connections15 / 20Leading

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
Non-denominational
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Co-ed
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
738
Student:teacher ratio
9.3:1
Location
Wantirna South, Victoria
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1159159 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
    468(+30)
    Writing
    466(+24)
    Spelling
    461(+28)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    482(+34)
    Numeracy
    468(+32)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    561(+40)
    Writing
    558(+50)
    Spelling
    549(+39)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    573(+41)
    Numeracy
    575(+51)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    609(+43)
    Writing
    616(+47)
    Spelling
    606(+46)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    624(+55)
    Numeracy
    639(+63)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    610(+14)
    Writing
    632(+21)
    Spelling
    601(+15)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    624(+30)
    Numeracy
    638(+33)

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
    33
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    16.9%

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

2024

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    33
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    7.4%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    87
  • Result
    ATAR 95 and over
    Figure
    6.0%
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    33.0%

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

2023

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    33
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    11.7%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    83.5

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

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Common questions

What year levels does The Knox School teach?

The Knox School teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is The Knox School a boys, girls or co-ed school?

The Knox School is a Co-ed school.

What sector is The Knox School in?

The Knox School is classified as Independent.

Does The Knox School offer boarding?

No, The Knox School does not offer boarding.

How many students attend The Knox School?

The Knox School has 738 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at The Knox School?

The Knox School's student to teacher ratio is 9.3 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does The Knox School sit in?

The Knox School sits in the Leading tier, a high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting solid results across key areas.

What is The Knox School's strongest area on Schools360?

The Knox School's strongest area is Academic Excellence, reaching Distinguished tier.

Where is The Knox School located?

The Knox School is located in Wantirna South, Victoria.