St Catherine's School

Toorak, Victoria · Non-denominational · Girls · 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 Student WellbeingElite for Institutional ExcellenceRanked 3rd among private girls schools in Victoria

S360 score: 91.0%

St Catherine's School is a girls', non-denominational, Boutique school from Prep to Year 12 in Toorak, 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 Excellence57 / 60 (95.0%)Elite

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing54 / 60 (90.0%)Elite

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities52 / 60 (86.7%)Distinguished

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment55 / 60 (91.7%)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 1220 / 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 Wellbeing17 / 20Distinguished

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 Development18 / 20Elite

Tracks initiatives fostering leadership, career readiness, independence, social justice and outdoor education.

Learning Opportunities

Curriculum16 / 20Distinguished

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 Culture17 / 20Distinguished

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 Innovation16 / 20Distinguished

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.

Sustainability15 / 20Leading

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
681
Student:teacher ratio
8.8:1
Location
Toorak, Victoria
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1175175 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
    458(+20)
    Writing
    467(+25)
    Spelling
    441(+8)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    463(+15)
    Numeracy
    444(+8)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    557(+36)
    Writing
    552(+44)
    Spelling
    558(+48)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    594(+62)
    Numeracy
    580(+56)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    616(+50)
    Writing
    621(+52)
    Spelling
    603(+43)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    636(+67)
    Numeracy
    648(+72)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    617(+21)
    Writing
    648(+37)
    Spelling
    603(+17)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    649(+55)
    Numeracy
    655(+50)

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
    22.0%

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
    30.8%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    95.25
  • Result
    ATAR 95 and over
    Figure
    50.0%
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    68.0%

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

2023

  • Result
    Median VCE study score
    Figure
    36
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    28.9%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    93.4
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    58.0%

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

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
    $43,860
  • Year level
    Year 8
    Annual fee
    $43,860
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Annual fee
    $45,160
  • Year level
    Year 10
    Annual fee
    $46,360
  • Year level
    Year 11
    Annual fee
    $46,360
  • Year level
    Year 12
    Annual fee
    $46,360
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 St Catherine's School teach?

St Catherine's School teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is St Catherine's School a boys, girls or co-ed school?

St Catherine's School is a Girls school.

What sector is St Catherine's School in?

St Catherine's School is classified as Independent.

Does St Catherine's School offer boarding?

Yes, St Catherine's School offers boarding.

How many students attend St Catherine's School?

St Catherine's School has 681 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at St Catherine's School?

St Catherine's School's student to teacher ratio is 8.8 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does St Catherine's School sit in?

St Catherine's School sits in the Elite tier, the highest tier on Schools360, reflecting exceptional overall performance.

What is St Catherine's School's strongest area on Schools360?

St Catherine's School's strongest area is Academic Excellence, reaching Elite tier.

Where does St Catherine's School rank?

St Catherine's School ranks 3rd among private girls schools in Victoria.

Where is St Catherine's School located?

St Catherine's School is located in Toorak, Victoria.