Top 100 VIC Private
Ballarat Grammar
Wendouree
, Melbourne
201 Forest St, Wendouree VIC 3355, Australia
VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
81.61
AU Guide Score
Top 17%
32
VCE Median Score
Top 20%
10.2%
40+ Score Rate
Top 18%
410
VCE Students
Top 7%
Academic
64.7/80.0
Very Good
Uni Focus
7.3/10.0
Average
VCE Rate
5.0/5.0
High
Size
4.6/5.0
Large
Senior Secondary Completion and Achievement data source: Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA). The VCAA is not associated with the AU Guide and does not endorse any of the views or recommendations of the AU Guide. The VCAA's assessment data for a given year cannot be used to predict results for schools or students in subsequent years. Each year's assessment results will vary due to different assessments being used and different populations of students participating in the assessment.
Wendouree Community & Property
Population
10,376
Total Population
1,091
Density/km²
Area Safety
Higher Risk
Safety Rating
15,333
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
41.8%
Aust
41.4%
English
12.0%
Irish
11.2%
Scottish
Property Prices
$460K
House Median
+78.0%
10yr Growth
$355K
Unit Median
+33.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$400
3BR House
$370
2BR House
$400
3BR Unit
$360
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
Ballarat Grammar is a private co-educational school located in Wendouree, Victoria, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 1,900 students enrolled. As a private school, tuition fees are high, and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance, so parents are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process.
In terms of academic performance, according to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median score is 32, with 10.20% of students achieving scores above 40. According to AU Guide's academic rankings, the school ranks within the top 100 private schools in Victoria.
Regarding the community environment, Wendouree has a total population of 10,376, including 112 Chinese residents, representing 1.10% of the population—a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups are Australian (41.77%), British (41.40%), Irish (11.95%), Scottish (11.19%), and German (3.69%). The area has relatively affordable housing prices, with a median house price of around $500,000 AUD, median apartment price of around $400,000 AUD, weekly rent for a 3-bedroom house at approximately $400, and weekly rent for a 2-bedroom house at approximately $370.
It's important to note that according to Crime Statistics Agency data, Wendouree's crime rate is 15,333 per 100,000 people, which is 2.25 times the Victorian average (6,810), so parents are advised to visit the area personally. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives an overall rating of 75.40 points.
In terms of academic performance, according to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median score is 32, with 10.20% of students achieving scores above 40. According to AU Guide's academic rankings, the school ranks within the top 100 private schools in Victoria.
Regarding the community environment, Wendouree has a total population of 10,376, including 112 Chinese residents, representing 1.10% of the population—a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups are Australian (41.77%), British (41.40%), Irish (11.95%), Scottish (11.19%), and German (3.69%). The area has relatively affordable housing prices, with a median house price of around $500,000 AUD, median apartment price of around $400,000 AUD, weekly rent for a 3-bedroom house at approximately $400, and weekly rent for a 2-bedroom house at approximately $370.
It's important to note that according to Crime Statistics Agency data, Wendouree's crime rate is 15,333 per 100,000 people, which is 2.25 times the Victorian average (6,810), so parents are advised to visit the area personally. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives an overall rating of 75.40 points.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Ballarat Grammar achieved a median VCE study score of 32 and 10.20% of students scored 40 or above. Based on AU Guide's academic ranking, the school is ranked in the top 100 Victorian private schools. The AU Guide overall score is 81.61/100.
Ballarat Grammar is an independent school located in WENDOUREE. It is a co-educational school offering Prep to Year 12 education with approximately 1900 students enrolled. Independent schools have tuition fees and popular schools often have waiting lists. We recommend contacting the school early to understand the application process.
Ballarat Grammar is located in WENDOUREE. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 10,376. The population density is 1,091 per km². The main ancestries are: Aust (41.77%), English (41.40%), Irish (11.95%), Scottish (11.19%), German (3.69%).
Ballarat Grammar is located in WENDOUREE. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), WENDOUREE has a crime rate of 15,333 per 100,000 population, which is 2.2x the Victorian average (6,810). This is above the Victorian average. We recommend visiting the area in person.
Ballarat Grammar is located in WENDOUREE. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $460K and the median unit price is $355K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $400/week, 2-bedroom house $370/week, 3-bedroom unit $400/week, 2-bedroom unit $360/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025