Carey Baptist Grammar School

Kew, Victoria · No religious affiliation · Co-ed · Prep to Year 12

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Elite tier

the highest tier on Schools360, reflecting exceptional overall performance

Elite for Learning OpportunitiesElite for Learning EnvironmentElite for Student WellbeingElite for Academic ExcellenceRanked 3rd among private co-ed schools in Victoria

S360 score: 89.8%

Carey Baptist Grammar School is a co-educational, Mega school from Prep to Year 12 in Kew, Victoria. It sits in the Elite tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Learning Opportunities, where it reaches Elite tier. It reaches Elite tier for Personal Development.

Schools360 scoring overview

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

Academic Excellence53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing54 / 60 (90.0%)Elite

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities55 / 60 (91.7%)Elite

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment55 / 60 (91.7%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence52 / 60 (86.7%)Distinguished

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1018 / 20Elite

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 Wellbeing17 / 20Distinguished

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 Development19 / 20Elite

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

Learning Opportunities

Curriculum19 / 20Elite

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 Culture18 / 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 Innovation19 / 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.

Sustainability16 / 20Distinguished

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

Key information

Affiliation
No religious affiliation
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Co-ed
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
2,564
Student:teacher ratio
8.5:1
Location
Kew, Victoria
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1177177 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
    471(+33)
    Writing
    462(+20)
    Spelling
    458(+25)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    483(+35)
    Numeracy
    478(+42)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    558(+37)
    Writing
    541(+33)
    Spelling
    524(+14)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    555(+23)
    Numeracy
    568(+44)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    602(+36)
    Writing
    600(+31)
    Spelling
    579(+19)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    596(+27)
    Numeracy
    618(+42)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    607(+11)
    Writing
    632(+21)
    Spelling
    592(+6)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    603(+9)
    Numeracy
    631(+26)

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
    13.8%

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
    11.8%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    83.4
  • Result
    ATAR 95 and over
    Figure
    16.0%
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    30.0%

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
    11.2%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    84.5
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    35.3%

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

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Common questions

What year levels does Carey Baptist Grammar School teach?

Carey Baptist Grammar School teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is Carey Baptist Grammar School a boys, girls or co-ed school?

Carey Baptist Grammar School is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Carey Baptist Grammar School in?

Carey Baptist Grammar School is classified as Independent.

Does Carey Baptist Grammar School offer boarding?

No, Carey Baptist Grammar School does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Carey Baptist Grammar School?

Carey Baptist Grammar School has 2,564 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Carey Baptist Grammar School?

Carey Baptist Grammar School's student to teacher ratio is 8.5 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Carey Baptist Grammar School sit in?

Carey Baptist Grammar School sits in the Elite tier, the highest tier on Schools360, reflecting exceptional overall performance.

What is Carey Baptist Grammar School's strongest area on Schools360?

Carey Baptist Grammar School's strongest area is Learning Opportunities, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Carey Baptist Grammar School rank?

Carey Baptist Grammar School ranks 3rd among private co-ed schools in Victoria.

Where is Carey Baptist Grammar School located?

Carey Baptist Grammar School is located in Kew, Victoria.