Methodist Ladies' College

Kew, Victoria · Non-denominational · Girls · Prep to Year 12

Methodist Ladies' College holds a Schools360 score of 88.4%, placing it in the Elite tier and 19th among Victorian schools assessed. Its published senior results sit alongside that assessment on this page, for Kew, Victoria.

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Elite tier

the highest tier on Schools360, reflecting exceptional overall performance

Elite for Learning OpportunitiesElite for Academic ExcellenceElite for Learning EnvironmentElite tier

S360 score: 88.4%

Methodist Ladies' College is a girls', non-denominational, 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 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 Excellence54 / 60 (90.0%)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 Environment54 / 60 (90.0%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence48 / 60 (80.0%)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 1217 / 20Distinguished

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 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 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 Innovation17 / 20Distinguished

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.

Sustainability13 / 20Trusted

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
Girls
Boarding
Yes
Total enrolments
2,126
Student:teacher ratio
9.0:1
Location
Kew, Victoria
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1190190 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
    478(+40)
    Writing
    481(+39)
    Spelling
    470(+37)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    501(+53)
    Numeracy
    475(+39)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    552(+31)
    Writing
    552(+44)
    Spelling
    540(+30)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    567(+35)
    Numeracy
    564(+40)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    613(+47)
    Writing
    628(+59)
    Spelling
    596(+36)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    632(+63)
    Numeracy
    635(+59)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    642(+46)
    Writing
    653(+42)
    Spelling
    608(+22)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    649(+55)
    Numeracy
    652(+47)

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
    35
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    23.2%

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

2024

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    34
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    22.5%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    88.58

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
    19.6%

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

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Methodist Ladies' College sits 19th in the Victoria ranking.

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Common questions

What year levels does Methodist Ladies' College teach?

Methodist Ladies' College teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is Methodist Ladies' College a boys, girls or co-ed school?

Methodist Ladies' College is a Girls school.

What sector is Methodist Ladies' College in?

Methodist Ladies' College is classified as Independent.

Does Methodist Ladies' College offer boarding?

Yes, Methodist Ladies' College offers boarding.

How many students attend Methodist Ladies' College?

Methodist Ladies' College has 2,126 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Methodist Ladies' College?

Methodist Ladies' College's student to teacher ratio is 9.0 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Methodist Ladies' College sit in?

Methodist Ladies' College sits in the Elite tier, the highest tier on Schools360, reflecting exceptional overall performance.

What is Methodist Ladies' College's strongest area on Schools360?

Methodist Ladies' College's strongest area is Learning Opportunities, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Methodist Ladies' College rank?

Methodist Ladies' College ranks 19th among private schools in Victoria.

Where is Methodist Ladies' College located?

Methodist Ladies' College is located in Kew, Victoria.