Scotch College

Hawthorn, Victoria · Non-denominational · Boys · Prep to Year 12

Scotch College holds a Schools360 score of 93.0%, placing it in the Elite tier and 1st among Victorian schools assessed. Local day fees for 2026 range from $43,428 to $45,249 a year across year levels, as published by the school.

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Elite tier

the highest tier on Schools360, reflecting exceptional overall performance

Elite for Student WellbeingElite for Institutional ExcellenceElite for Learning OpportunitiesElite for Learning EnvironmentElite for Academic Excellence

S360 score: 93.0%

Scotch College is a boys', non-denominational, Large school from Prep to Year 12 in Hawthorn, Victoria. It sits in the Elite tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Student Wellbeing, where it reaches Elite tier. It reaches Elite tier for Personal Development.

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 Wellbeing57 / 60 (95.0%)Elite

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities56 / 60 (93.3%)Elite

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment56 / 60 (93.3%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence57 / 60 (95.0%)Elite

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1019 / 20Elite

Current and previous years NAPLAN test scores assessing academic proficiency for students in years 7 to 10.

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1218 / 20Elite

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 Wellbeing18 / 20Elite

Focuses on promoting students' physical, mental and emotional health, anti-bullying and school diversity.

Student Support19 / 20Elite

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

Personal Development20 / 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 Staff19 / 20Elite

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 Innovation19 / 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 Connections20 / 20Elite

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

Sustainability18 / 20Elite

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
1,919
Student:teacher ratio
9.1:1
Location
Hawthorn, Victoria
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1188188 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
    486(+48)
    Writing
    485(+43)
    Spelling
    485(+52)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    494(+46)
    Numeracy
    500(+64)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    548(+27)
    Writing
    530(+22)
    Spelling
    536(+26)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    559(+27)
    Numeracy
    578(+54)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    604(+38)
    Writing
    596(+27)
    Spelling
    586(+26)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    611(+42)
    Numeracy
    651(+75)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    618(+22)
    Writing
    641(+30)
    Spelling
    615(+29)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    647(+53)
    Numeracy
    673(+68)

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
    34
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    19.0%

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
    22.6%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    90.4
  • Result
    ATAR 95 and over
    Figure
    33.0%
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    50.0%

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

2023

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    34
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    18.4%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    89.85
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    49.0%

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

Ranked alongside

Scotch College sits 1st in the Victoria ranking.

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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
    $43,428
  • Year level
    Year 8
    Annual fee
    $43,428
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Annual fee
    $45,249
  • Year level
    Year 10
    Annual fee
    $45,249
  • Year level
    Year 11
    Annual fee
    $45,249
  • Year level
    Year 12
    Annual fee
    $45,249
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 Scotch College teach?

Scotch College teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is Scotch College a boys, girls or co-ed school?

Scotch College is a Boys school.

What sector is Scotch College in?

Scotch College is classified as Independent.

Does Scotch College offer boarding?

Yes, Scotch College offers boarding.

How many students attend Scotch College?

Scotch College has 1,919 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Scotch College?

Scotch College's student to teacher ratio is 9.1 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Scotch College sit in?

Scotch College sits in the Elite tier, the highest tier on Schools360, reflecting exceptional overall performance.

What is Scotch College's strongest area on Schools360?

Scotch College's strongest area is Student Wellbeing, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Scotch College rank?

Scotch College ranks 1st among private schools in Victoria.

Where is Scotch College located?

Scotch College is located in Hawthorn, Victoria.