Presbyterian Ladies' College

Burwood, Victoria · Christian · Girls · Prep to Year 12

Presbyterian Ladies' College holds a Schools360 score of 88.2%, placing it in the Elite tier and 21st among Victorian schools assessed. Its published senior results sit alongside that assessment on this page, for Burwood, Victoria.

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Elite tier

the highest tier on Schools360, reflecting exceptional overall performance

Elite for Academic ExcellenceElite for Learning OpportunitiesElite tier

S360 score: 88.2%

Presbyterian Ladies' College is a girls', Christian, Large school from Prep to Year 12 in Burwood, 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 Wellbeing47 / 60 (78.3%)Leading

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

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 Wellbeing15 / 20Leading

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 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.

Sports17 / 20Distinguished

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 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 Governance18 / 20Elite

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.

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
1,549
Student:teacher ratio
9.1:1
Location
Burwood, Victoria
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1207207 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
    474(+32)
    Spelling
    474(+41)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    538(+90)
    Numeracy
    487(+51)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    572(+51)
    Writing
    578(+70)
    Spelling
    573(+63)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    628(+96)
    Numeracy
    593(+69)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    629(+63)
    Writing
    647(+78)
    Spelling
    629(+69)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    676(+107)
    Numeracy
    673(+97)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    646(+50)
    Writing
    668(+57)
    Spelling
    636(+50)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    684(+90)
    Numeracy
    700(+95)

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
    24.1%

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
    25.9%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    94.8
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    70.0%

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
    23.0%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    92.25
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    58.0%

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

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Common questions

What year levels does Presbyterian Ladies' College teach?

Presbyterian Ladies' College teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

Presbyterian Ladies' College is a Girls school.

What sector is Presbyterian Ladies' College in?

Presbyterian Ladies' College is classified as Independent.

Does Presbyterian Ladies' College offer boarding?

Yes, Presbyterian Ladies' College offers boarding.

How many students attend Presbyterian Ladies' College?

Presbyterian Ladies' College has 1,549 students.

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

Presbyterian Ladies' College's student to teacher ratio is 9.1 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Presbyterian Ladies' College sit in?

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

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

Presbyterian Ladies' College's strongest area is Academic Excellence, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Presbyterian Ladies' College rank?

Presbyterian Ladies' College ranks 21st among private schools in Victoria.

Where is Presbyterian Ladies' College located?

Presbyterian Ladies' College is located in Burwood, Victoria.