St Leonard's College

Brighton East, Victoria · Non-denominational · Co-ed · Prep to Year 12

St Leonard's College holds a Schools360 score of 91.4%, placing it in the Elite tier and 5th among Victorian schools assessed. Its published senior results sit alongside that assessment on this page, for Brighton East, Victoria.

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Elite tier

the highest tier on Schools360, reflecting exceptional overall performance

Elite for Learning EnvironmentElite for Learning OpportunitiesElite for Academic ExcellenceElite for Student WellbeingRanked 1st among private co-ed schools in Australia

S360 score: 91.4%

St Leonard's College is a co-educational, non-denominational, Large school from Prep to Year 12 in Brighton East, Victoria. It sits in the Elite tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Learning Environment, 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 Wellbeing54 / 60 (90.0%)Elite

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities56 / 60 (93.3%)Elite

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment58 / 60 (96.7%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence51 / 60 (85.0%)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 1218 / 20Elite

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

University Outcomes and Pathways16 / 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 Support17 / 20Distinguished

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

Personal Development19 / 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.

Sports19 / 20Elite

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture18 / 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 Environment20 / 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 Governance18 / 20Elite

Focuses on the vision, strategy, parent involvement, transparency and communication in school governance.

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections17 / 20Distinguished

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
Co-ed
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
1,591
Student:teacher ratio
9.1:1
Location
Brighton East, Victoria
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1184184 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
    488(+50)
    Writing
    464(+22)
    Spelling
    467(+34)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    497(+49)
    Numeracy
    472(+36)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    545(+24)
    Writing
    523(+15)
    Spelling
    513(+3)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    549(+17)
    Numeracy
    549(+25)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    593(+27)
    Writing
    593(+24)
    Spelling
    565(+5)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    588(+19)
    Numeracy
    602(+26)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    630(+34)
    Writing
    639(+28)
    Spelling
    608(+22)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    634(+40)
    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
    33
  • Result
    Study scores 40 and over
    Figure
    12.8%

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
    15.6%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    89.05
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    47.0%

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
    20.7%
  • Result
    Median ATAR
    Figure
    91.3
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    62.0%

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

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Common questions

What year levels does St Leonard's College teach?

St Leonard's College teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is St Leonard's College a boys, girls or co-ed school?

St Leonard's College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is St Leonard's College in?

St Leonard's College is classified as Independent.

Does St Leonard's College offer boarding?

No, St Leonard's College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend St Leonard's College?

St Leonard's College has 1,591 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at St Leonard's College?

St Leonard's College's student to teacher ratio is 9.1 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does St Leonard's College sit in?

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

What is St Leonard's College's strongest area on Schools360?

St Leonard's College's strongest area is Learning Environment, reaching Elite tier.

Where does St Leonard's College rank?

St Leonard's College ranks 5th among private schools in Victoria.

Where is St Leonard's College located?

St Leonard's College is located in Brighton East, Victoria.