Abbotsleigh

Wahroonga, New South Wales · Christian · Girls · Prep to Year 12

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Elite tier

the highest tier on Schools360, reflecting exceptional overall performance

Elite for Academic ExcellenceElite for Institutional ExcellenceElite for Learning OpportunitiesElite tier

S360 score: 90.2%

Abbotsleigh is a girls', Christian, Large school from Prep to Year 12 in Wahroonga, New South Wales. It sits in the Elite tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Academic Excellence, where it reaches Elite 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 Excellence59 / 60 (98.3%)Elite

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing49 / 60 (81.7%)Distinguished

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities54 / 60 (90.0%)Elite

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment52 / 60 (86.7%)Distinguished

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence55 / 60 (91.7%)Elite

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 1220 / 20Elite

Measures of academic achievement, including median ATAR scores and VCE, HSC or equivalent results.

University Outcomes and Pathways19 / 20Elite

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

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing16 / 20Distinguished

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

Curriculum17 / 20Distinguished

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

Sports18 / 20Elite

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 Staff18 / 20Elite

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 Innovation16 / 20Distinguished

Examines the integration of technology, device accessibility, innovative tools and digital literacy initiatives.

Institutional Excellence

School Governance20 / 20Elite

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.

Sustainability16 / 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
1,619
Student:teacher ratio
10.6:1
Location
Wahroonga, New South Wales
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1217217 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
    511(+73)
    Writing
    503(+61)
    Spelling
    508(+75)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    542(+94)
    Numeracy
    498(+62)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    591(+70)
    Writing
    603(+95)
    Spelling
    593(+83)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    644(+112)
    Numeracy
    613(+89)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    644(+78)
    Writing
    656(+87)
    Spelling
    641(+81)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    674(+105)
    Numeracy
    685(+109)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    665(+69)
    Writing
    682(+71)
    Spelling
    656(+70)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    685(+91)
    Numeracy
    704(+99)

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.

2024

  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    94.45
  • Result
    ATAR 99 and over
    Figure
    14.0%
  • Result
    ATAR 95 and over
    Figure
    44.0%
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    70.0%

Source: the school's published results, extracted 2026-08-21.

2023

  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    93.5
  • Result
    ATAR 99 and over
    Figure
    13.0%
  • Result
    ATAR 95 and over
    Figure
    45.0%
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    65.0%
  • Result
    HSC success rate
    Figure
    45.7%
  • Result
    SMH Rank
    Figure
    #10

Source: the school's published results, extracted 2026-08-21.

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Common questions

What year levels does Abbotsleigh teach?

Abbotsleigh teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is Abbotsleigh a boys, girls or co-ed school?

Abbotsleigh is a Girls school.

What sector is Abbotsleigh in?

Abbotsleigh is classified as Independent.

Does Abbotsleigh offer boarding?

Yes, Abbotsleigh offers boarding.

How many students attend Abbotsleigh?

Abbotsleigh has 1,619 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Abbotsleigh?

Abbotsleigh's student to teacher ratio is 10.6 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Abbotsleigh sit in?

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

What is Abbotsleigh's strongest area on Schools360?

Abbotsleigh's strongest area is Academic Excellence, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Abbotsleigh rank?

Abbotsleigh ranks 5th among private girls schools in New South Wales.

Where is Abbotsleigh located?

Abbotsleigh is located in Wahroonga, New South Wales.