VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
66.17
AU Guide Score
Top 33%
30
VCE Median Score
Top 40%
6.1%
40+ Score Rate
Top 36%
219
VCE Students
Top 34%
Academic
49.8/80.0
Average
Uni Focus
8.1/10.0
Strong
VCE Rate
5.0/5.0
High
Size
3.3/5.0
Medium
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.
Woodend Community & Property
Population
6,732
Total Population
97
Density/km²
Area Safety
Very Safe
Safety Rating
4,055
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
43.9%
English
38.5%
Aust
17.8%
Irish
14.8%
Scottish
Property Prices
$935K
House Median
+89.0%
10yr Growth
$680K
Unit Median
+85.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$540
3BR House
$530
2BR House
$490
3BR Unit
$480
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
Braemar College is a private co-educational school located in Woodend, offering education from Years 5 to 12 with approximately 1,100 students enrolled. According to VCAA 2025 data, the school has a median study score of 30, with 6.10% of students achieving scores of 40 or above. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide gives it an overall rating of 62.80 points.
The school is situated in Woodend, located on the fringe of Melbourne. Based on 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 6,732, with 40 Chinese residents, representing just 0.60% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups are British (43.87%), Australian (38.47%), Irish (17.78%), Scottish (14.81%), and German (5.36%).
From a community safety perspective, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Woodend's crime rate is 4,055 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.60 times the Victorian average (6,810), significantly below the state average, making it a very safe area.
Regarding the property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the area's median house price is approximately $900,000, while the median apartment price is around $700,000. In the rental market, weekly rent for 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses is approximately $540 and $530 respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for about $490 and $480 per week respectively. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular private schools typically require applications several years in advance, so parents are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process.
The school is situated in Woodend, located on the fringe of Melbourne. Based on 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 6,732, with 40 Chinese residents, representing just 0.60% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups are British (43.87%), Australian (38.47%), Irish (17.78%), Scottish (14.81%), and German (5.36%).
From a community safety perspective, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Woodend's crime rate is 4,055 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.60 times the Victorian average (6,810), significantly below the state average, making it a very safe area.
Regarding the property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the area's median house price is approximately $900,000, while the median apartment price is around $700,000. In the rental market, weekly rent for 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses is approximately $540 and $530 respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for about $490 and $480 per week respectively. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular private schools typically require applications several years in advance, so parents are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Braemar College achieved a median VCE study score of 30 and 6.10% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 66.17/100.
Braemar College is an independent school located in WOODEND. It is a co-educational school offering Year 5 to 12 education with approximately 1100 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.
Braemar College is located in WOODEND. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 6,732. The population density is 97 per km². The main ancestries are: English (43.87%), Aust (38.47%), Irish (17.78%), Scottish (14.81%), German (5.36%).
Braemar College is located in WOODEND. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), WOODEND has a crime rate of 4,055 per 100,000 population, which is 0.6x the Victorian average (6,810). This is significantly below the Victorian average, making it a very safe area.
Braemar College is located in WOODEND. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $935K and the median unit price is $680K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $540/week, 2-bedroom house $530/week, 3-bedroom unit $490/week, 2-bedroom unit $480/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025