Knox Grammar School

Wahroonga, New South Wales · Non-denominational · Boys · Prep to Year 12

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Elite tier

the highest tier on Schools360, reflecting exceptional overall performance

Elite for Academic ExcellenceElite for Learning EnvironmentElite for Learning OpportunitiesRanked 3rd among private boys schools in New South WalesRanked 3rd among private boarding schools in New South Wales

S360 score: 92.3%

Knox Grammar School is a boys', non-denominational, Mega 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 Excellence60 / 60 (100.0%)Elite

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing50 / 60 (83.3%)Distinguished

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities56 / 60 (93.3%)Elite

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment57 / 60 (95.0%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence50 / 60 (83.3%)Distinguished

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 Pathways20 / 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 Support16 / 20Distinguished

Examines support systems such as learning assistance, mentorship, pastoral care and inclusive education.

Personal Development18 / 20Elite

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.

Sports19 / 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 Staff17 / 20Distinguished

Assesses teacher qualifications, ratios, satisfaction and instructional methodologies.

Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment20 / 20Elite

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

Technology and Innovation20 / 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 Connections18 / 20Elite

Considers school history, recognition, community engagement, alumni network and school impact.

Sustainability15 / 20Leading

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
Boys
Boarding
Yes
Total enrolments
3,294
Student:teacher ratio
11.2:1
Location
Wahroonga, New South Wales
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1187187 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
    500(+62)
    Writing
    487(+45)
    Spelling
    498(+65)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    533(+85)
    Numeracy
    526(+90)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    578(+57)
    Writing
    562(+54)
    Spelling
    564(+54)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    594(+62)
    Numeracy
    621(+97)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    614(+48)
    Writing
    599(+30)
    Spelling
    604(+44)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    623(+54)
    Numeracy
    667(+91)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    633(+37)
    Writing
    632(+21)
    Spelling
    621(+35)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    642(+48)
    Numeracy
    696(+91)

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
    92.3

Source: media reporting, extracted 2026-08-21.

2023

  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    93
  • Result
    HSC success rate
    Figure
    45.6%
  • Result
    SMH Rank
    Figure
    #11

Source: Schools360 research, extracted 2026-08-20.

2026 fees

All inclusive — this figure already includes levies and other charges. Not directly comparable to a Tuition only figure at another school.

  • Local day students fees, 2026
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Annual fee
    $42,640
  • Year level
    Year 8
    Annual fee
    $42,640
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Annual fee
    $42,640
  • Year level
    Year 10
    Annual fee
    $42,640
  • Year level
    Year 11
    Annual fee
    $45,120
  • Year level
    Year 12
    Annual fee
    $45,120
Additional information on fees

Published via GoodSchools (Good Schools Guide), a directory the school itself supplies its fee schedule to.

Source: the school’s published fee schedule. Extracted 2026-08-20.

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Common questions

What year levels does Knox Grammar School teach?

Knox Grammar School teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

Knox Grammar School is a Boys school.

What sector is Knox Grammar School in?

Knox Grammar School is classified as Independent.

Does Knox Grammar School offer boarding?

Yes, Knox Grammar School offers boarding.

How many students attend Knox Grammar School?

Knox Grammar School has 3,294 students.

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

Knox Grammar School's student to teacher ratio is 11.2 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Knox Grammar School sit in?

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

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

Knox Grammar School's strongest area is Academic Excellence, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Knox Grammar School rank?

Knox Grammar School ranks 3rd among private boys schools in New South Wales.

Where is Knox Grammar School located?

Knox Grammar School is located in Wahroonga, New South Wales.