VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
56.91
AU Guide Score
Top 45%
29
VCE Median Score
Top 54%
5.0%
40+ Score Rate
Top 43%
328
VCE Students
Top 14%
Academic
41.3/80.0
Below Avg
Uni Focus
6.3/10.0
Below Avg
VCE Rate
5.0/5.0
High
Size
4.3/5.0
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.
Bendigo Community & Property
Population
5,652
Total Population
1,027
Density/km²
Area Safety
High Crime Area
Safety Rating
48,514
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
42.3%
English
35.5%
Aust
16.8%
Irish
13.2%
Scottish
Property Prices
$598K
House Median
+65.0%
10yr Growth
$536K
Unit Median
+55.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$475
3BR House
$420
2BR House
$450
3BR Unit
$400
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
Catherine McAuley College is a private co-educational school located in Bendigo, Victoria, offering education from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 1,500 students enrolled. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require enrollment several years in advance, so it's recommended to contact the school early to understand the application process.
In terms of academic performance, according to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median score of 29, with 5.00% of students achieving scores above 40. After considering factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives the school an overall rating of 57.30 points.
The Bendigo area where the school is located has a total population of 5,652 people according to the 2021 ABS census data, including 119 Chinese residents, representing 2.10% of the population, which is relatively low. The main ethnic composition includes British (42.27%), Australian (35.46%), Irish (16.84%), Scottish (13.18%), and German (4.87%).
It's important to note that according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Bendigo's crime rate is 48,514 per 100,000 people, which is 7.12 times the Victorian average (6,810), classifying it as a high-crime area that requires careful consideration.
Regarding housing costs, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $600,000, while the median apartment price is around $500,000. For rentals, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $480 and $420 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $450 and $400 per week respectively.
In terms of academic performance, according to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median score of 29, with 5.00% of students achieving scores above 40. After considering factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives the school an overall rating of 57.30 points.
The Bendigo area where the school is located has a total population of 5,652 people according to the 2021 ABS census data, including 119 Chinese residents, representing 2.10% of the population, which is relatively low. The main ethnic composition includes British (42.27%), Australian (35.46%), Irish (16.84%), Scottish (13.18%), and German (4.87%).
It's important to note that according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Bendigo's crime rate is 48,514 per 100,000 people, which is 7.12 times the Victorian average (6,810), classifying it as a high-crime area that requires careful consideration.
Regarding housing costs, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $600,000, while the median apartment price is around $500,000. For rentals, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $480 and $420 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $450 and $400 per week respectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Catherine McAuley College achieved a median VCE study score of 29 and 5.00% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 56.91/100.
Catherine McAuley College is an independent school located in BENDIGO. It is a co-educational school offering Year 7 to 12 education with approximately 1500 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.
Catherine McAuley College is located in BENDIGO. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 5,652. The population density is 1,027 per km². The main ancestries are: English (42.27%), Aust (35.46%), Irish (16.84%), Scottish (13.18%), German (4.87%).
Catherine McAuley College is located in BENDIGO. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), BENDIGO has a crime rate of 48,514 per 100,000 population, which is 7.1x the Victorian average (6,810). This is a high crime area. Please exercise caution.
Catherine McAuley College is located in BENDIGO. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $597K and the median unit price is $536K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $480/week, 2-bedroom house $420/week, 3-bedroom unit $450/week, 2-bedroom unit $400/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025