The Scots College

Bellevue Hill, New South Wales · Non-denominational · Boys · Prep to Year 12

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Elite tier

the highest tier on Schools360, reflecting exceptional overall performance

Elite for Learning OpportunitiesElite for Learning EnvironmentElite for Student WellbeingElite tier

S360 score: 89.9%

The Scots College is a boys', non-denominational, Mega school from Prep to Year 12 in Bellevue Hill, 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 Curriculum.

Schools360 scoring overview

The ▾ marker on each bar shows the national median: the middle score among every Australian school Schools360 has assessed.

Academic Excellence51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing54 / 60 (90.0%)Elite

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities58 / 60 (96.7%)Elite

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment55 / 60 (91.7%)Elite

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence52 / 60 (86.7%)Distinguished

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1017 / 20Distinguished

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

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1215 / 20Leading

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 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

Curriculum20 / 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 Culture18 / 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 Environment20 / 20Elite

Evaluates campus quality, library, modern learning spaces, and open and green spaces for recreation and learning.

Technology and Innovation18 / 20Elite

Examines the integration of technology, device accessibility, innovative tools and digital literacy initiatives.

Institutional Excellence

School Governance17 / 20Distinguished

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
Boys
Boarding
Yes
Total enrolments
2,141
Student:teacher ratio
9.5:1
Location
Bellevue Hill, New South Wales
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1162162 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
    472(+34)
    Writing
    476(+34)
    Spelling
    469(+36)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    481(+33)
    Numeracy
    479(+43)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    548(+27)
    Writing
    534(+26)
    Spelling
    537(+27)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    549(+17)
    Numeracy
    575(+51)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    586(+20)
    Writing
    579(+10)
    Spelling
    574(+14)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    576(+7)
    Numeracy
    621(+45)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    615(+19)
    Writing
    619(+8)
    Spelling
    600(+14)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    614(+20)
    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
    ATAR 95 and over
    Figure
    17.0%
  • Result
    HSC success rate
    Figure
    26.1%
  • Result
    SMH Rank
    Figure
    #51

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

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Common questions

What year levels does The Scots College teach?

The Scots College teaches Prep to Year 12.

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

The Scots College is a Boys school.

What sector is The Scots College in?

The Scots College is classified as Independent.

Does The Scots College offer boarding?

Yes, The Scots College offers boarding.

How many students attend The Scots College?

The Scots College has 2,141 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at The Scots College?

The Scots College's student to teacher ratio is 9.5 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does The Scots College sit in?

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

What is The Scots College's strongest area on Schools360?

The Scots College's strongest area is Learning Opportunities, reaching Elite tier.

Where does The Scots College rank?

The Scots College ranks 7th among private boys schools in New South Wales.

Where is The Scots College located?

The Scots College is located in Bellevue Hill, New South Wales.