Melbourne Grammar School

Melbourne, Victoria · Anglican · 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 2nd among private schools in VictoriaRanked 2nd among private boys schools in Victoria

S360 score: 92.9%

Melbourne Grammar School is a boys', Anglican, Large school from Prep to Year 12 in Melbourne, Victoria. 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 Wellbeing51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities56 / 60 (93.3%)Elite

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment58 / 60 (96.7%)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 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 Support16 / 20Distinguished

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

Curriculum18 / 20Elite

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

Sports20 / 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 Staff19 / 20Elite

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 Innovation19 / 20Elite

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

Institutional Excellence

School Governance18 / 20Elite

Focuses on the vision, strategy, parent involvement, transparency and communication in school governance.

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections20 / 20Elite

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

Sustainability14 / 20Trusted

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

Key information

Affiliation
Anglican
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Boys
Boarding
Yes
Total enrolments
1,856
Student:teacher ratio
8.7:1
Location
Melbourne, 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
    461(+19)
    Spelling
    458(+25)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    490(+42)
    Numeracy
    464(+28)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    558(+37)
    Writing
    534(+26)
    Spelling
    524(+14)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    564(+32)
    Numeracy
    567(+43)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    625(+59)
    Writing
    622(+53)
    Spelling
    612(+52)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    640(+71)
    Numeracy
    665(+89)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    636(+40)
    Writing
    653(+42)
    Spelling
    622(+36)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    652(+58)
    Numeracy
    682(+77)

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
    36
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    29.3%

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

2024

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    36
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    28.0%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    91.4
  • Result
    ATAR 95 and over
    Figure
    37.0%
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    55.0%

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

2023

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    35
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    27.1%
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    55.0%

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

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Common questions

What year levels does Melbourne Grammar School teach?

Melbourne Grammar School teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

Melbourne Grammar School is a Boys school.

What sector is Melbourne Grammar School in?

Melbourne Grammar School is classified as Independent.

Does Melbourne Grammar School offer boarding?

Yes, Melbourne Grammar School offers boarding.

How many students attend Melbourne Grammar School?

Melbourne Grammar School has 1,856 students.

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

Melbourne Grammar School's student to teacher ratio is 8.7 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Melbourne Grammar School sit in?

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

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

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

Where does Melbourne Grammar School rank?

Melbourne Grammar School ranks 2nd among private schools in Victoria.

Where is Melbourne Grammar School located?

Melbourne Grammar School is located in Melbourne, Victoria.