Pymble Ladies' College

Pymble, New South Wales · Non-denominational · Girls · Prep to Year 12

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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 for Institutional ExcellenceRanked 2nd among private girls schools in New South Wales

S360 score: 92.0%

Pymble Ladies' College is a girls', non-denominational, Mega school from Prep to Year 12 in Pymble, New South Wales. 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 Excellence57 / 60 (95.0%)Elite

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing50 / 60 (83.3%)Distinguished

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities58 / 60 (96.7%)Elite

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment56 / 60 (93.3%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence54 / 60 (90.0%)Elite

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 1219 / 20Elite

Measures of academic achievement, including median ATAR scores and VCE, HSC or equivalent results.

University Outcomes and Pathways18 / 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 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

Curriculum19 / 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 Culture19 / 20Elite

Measures the quality and achievements in visual arts, music, drama and artistic progression.

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff16 / 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 Governance19 / 20Elite

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
Non-denominational
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Girls
Boarding
Yes
Total enrolments
2,447
Student:teacher ratio
9.1:1
Location
Pymble, New South Wales
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1178178 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
    498(+60)
    Writing
    492(+50)
    Spelling
    495(+62)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    525(+77)
    Numeracy
    491(+55)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    568(+47)
    Writing
    570(+62)
    Spelling
    559(+49)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    591(+59)
    Numeracy
    579(+55)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    616(+50)
    Writing
    623(+54)
    Spelling
    613(+53)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    638(+69)
    Numeracy
    644(+68)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    631(+35)
    Writing
    644(+33)
    Spelling
    622(+36)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    652(+58)
    Numeracy
    661(+56)

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.

2023

  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    90.45
  • Result
    ATAR 95 and over
    Figure
    33.0%
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    51.0%
  • Result
    HSC success rate
    Figure
    38.1%
  • Result
    SMH Rank
    Figure
    #19

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

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Common questions

What year levels does Pymble Ladies' College teach?

Pymble Ladies' College teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

Pymble Ladies' College is a Girls school.

What sector is Pymble Ladies' College in?

Pymble Ladies' College is classified as Independent.

Does Pymble Ladies' College offer boarding?

Yes, Pymble Ladies' College offers boarding.

How many students attend Pymble Ladies' College?

Pymble Ladies' College has 2,447 students.

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

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

What Schools360 tier does Pymble Ladies' College sit in?

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

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

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

Where does Pymble Ladies' College rank?

Pymble Ladies' College ranks 2nd among private girls schools in New South Wales.

Where is Pymble Ladies' College located?

Pymble Ladies' College is located in Pymble, New South Wales.