Wilderness School

Medindie, South Australia · Christian · 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 OpportunitiesElite for Learning EnvironmentElite for Institutional ExcellenceRanked 1st among private girls schools in South Australia

S360 score: 88.2%

Wilderness School is a girls', Christian, Mid-Sized school from Prep to Year 12 in Medindie, 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 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 Excellence52 / 60 (86.7%)Distinguished

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing54 / 60 (90.0%)Elite

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

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 Pathways17 / 20Distinguished

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

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing19 / 20Elite

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 Development17 / 20Distinguished

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.

Sports16 / 20Distinguished

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture19 / 20Elite

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

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff17 / 20Distinguished

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.

Sustainability17 / 20Distinguished

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

Key information

Affiliation
Christian
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Girls
Boarding
Yes
Total enrolments
847
Student:teacher ratio
11.2:1
Location
Medindie, South Australia
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1176176 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
    462(+24)
    Writing
    463(+21)
    Spelling
    434(+1)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    466(+18)
    Numeracy
    447(+11)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    538(+17)
    Writing
    532(+24)
    Spelling
    516(+6)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    536(+4)
    Numeracy
    525(+1)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    588(+22)
    Writing
    600(+31)
    Spelling
    586(+26)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    605(+36)
    Numeracy
    602(+26)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    622(+26)
    Writing
    672(+61)
    Spelling
    621(+35)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    649(+55)
    Numeracy
    633(+28)

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 Wilderness School teach?

Wilderness School teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

Wilderness School is a Girls school.

What sector is Wilderness School in?

Wilderness School is classified as Independent.

Does Wilderness School offer boarding?

Yes, Wilderness School offers boarding.

How many students attend Wilderness School?

Wilderness School has 847 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Wilderness School?

Wilderness School's student to teacher ratio is 11.2 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Wilderness School sit in?

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

What is Wilderness School's strongest area on Schools360?

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

Where does Wilderness School rank?

Wilderness School ranks 1st among private girls schools in South Australia.

Where is Wilderness School located?

Wilderness School is located in Medindie, South Australia.