Xavier Catholic College Ballina
Skennars Head, New South Wales · Catholic · Co-ed · Year 7 to Year 12
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Highly Capable tier
a capable tier reflecting sound performance across the Schools360 framework
S360 score: 62.5%
Xavier Catholic College Ballina is a co-educational, Catholic, Mid-Sized school from Year 7 to Year 12 in Skennars Head, New South Wales. It sits in the Highly Capable tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Learning Environment, where it reaches Trusted tier. It ranks 18th among private regional schools in New South Wales.
Schools360 scoring overview
The ▾ marker on each bar shows the national median: the middle score among every Australian school Schools360 has assessed.
National median: 71.7%
National median: 78.3%
National median: 76.7%
National median: 80.0%
National median: 75.0%
Schools360 scoring factors
Academic Excellence
Current and previous years NAPLAN test scores assessing academic proficiency for students in years 7 to 10.
Measures of academic achievement, including median ATAR scores and VCE, HSC or equivalent results.
Evaluates students' progress, entry into top-tier universities, postgraduate study, and alumni success.
Student Wellbeing
Focuses on promoting students' physical, mental and emotional health, anti-bullying and school diversity.
Examines support systems such as learning assistance, mentorship, pastoral care and inclusive education.
Tracks initiatives fostering leadership, career readiness, independence, social justice and outdoor education.
Learning Opportunities
Assesses the diversity and quality of the academic curriculum, including specialised subjects and STEM.
Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.
Measures the quality and achievements in visual arts, music, drama and artistic progression.
Learning Environment
Assesses teacher qualifications, ratios, satisfaction and instructional methodologies.
Evaluates campus quality, library, modern learning spaces, and open and green spaces for recreation and learning.
Examines the integration of technology, device accessibility, innovative tools and digital literacy initiatives.
Institutional Excellence
Focuses on the vision, strategy, parent involvement, transparency and communication in school governance.
Considers school history, recognition, community engagement, alumni network and school impact.
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
- Co-ed
- Boarding
- No
- Total enrolments
- 863
- Student:teacher ratio
- 10.7:1
- Location
- Skennars Head, New South Wales
ICSEA
Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage
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 | Reading | Writing | Spelling | Grammar and Punctuation | Numeracy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 7 | 561(-5) | 558(-11) | 552(-8) | 554(-15) | 564(-12) |
| Year 9 | 594(-2) | 608(-3) | 576(-10) | 579(-15) | 593(-12) |
- Year level
- Year 7
- Reading
- 561(-5)
- Writing
- 558(-11)
- Spelling
- 552(-8)
- Grammar and Punctuation
- 554(-15)
- Numeracy
- 564(-12)
- Year level
- Year 9
- Reading
- 594(-2)
- Writing
- 608(-3)
- Spelling
- 576(-10)
- Grammar and Punctuation
- 579(-15)
- Numeracy
- 593(-12)
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 Xavier Catholic College Ballina teach?
Xavier Catholic College Ballina teaches Year 7 to Year 12.
Is Xavier Catholic College Ballina a boys, girls or co-ed school?
Xavier Catholic College Ballina is a Co-ed school.
What sector is Xavier Catholic College Ballina in?
Xavier Catholic College Ballina is classified as Catholic.
Does Xavier Catholic College Ballina offer boarding?
No, Xavier Catholic College Ballina does not offer boarding.
How many students attend Xavier Catholic College Ballina?
Xavier Catholic College Ballina has 863 students.
What is the student to teacher ratio at Xavier Catholic College Ballina?
Xavier Catholic College Ballina's student to teacher ratio is 10.7 to 1.
What Schools360 tier does Xavier Catholic College Ballina sit in?
Xavier Catholic College Ballina sits in the Highly Capable tier, a capable tier reflecting sound performance across the Schools360 framework.
What is Xavier Catholic College Ballina's strongest area on Schools360?
Xavier Catholic College Ballina's strongest area is Learning Environment, reaching Trusted tier.
Where does Xavier Catholic College Ballina rank?
Xavier Catholic College Ballina ranks 18th among private regional schools in New South Wales.
Where is Xavier Catholic College Ballina located?
Xavier Catholic College Ballina is located in Skennars Head, New South Wales.