VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
51.09
AU Guide Score
Top 48%
29
VCE Median Score
Top 54%
4.0%
40+ Score Rate
Top 52%
197
VCE Students
Top 40%
Academic
37.9/80.0
Below Avg
Uni Focus
5.2/10.0
Below Avg
VCE Rate
5.0/5.0
High
Size
3.0/5.0
Small
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.
Sale Community & Property
Population
14,296
Total Population
327
Density/km²
Area Safety
Higher Risk
Safety Rating
16,032
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
42.1%
Aust
40.9%
English
11.6%
Irish
11.0%
Scottish
Property Prices
$510K
House Median
+62.0%
10yr Growth
$380K
Unit Median
+60.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$450
3BR House
$385
2BR House
$460
3BR Unit
$360
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
Catholic College Sale is a private co-educational school located in Sale, Victoria, serving students from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 900 enrolled students. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median score of 29, with 4.00% of students achieving scores above 40. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide rates the school 49.80 points.
The Sale area where the school is located has a total population of 14,296 according to the 2021 ABS census, with 186 Chinese residents representing only 1.30% of the population, indicating a relatively low Chinese demographic. The main ethnic composition of the area consists of Australians (42.12%), British (40.90%), Irish (11.64%), Scottish (10.99%), and Germans (3.55%).
Regarding community safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, the Sale area has a crime rate of 16,032 per 100,000 people, which is 2.35 times the Victorian average (6,810). The safety situation warrants attention, and parents are advised to conduct on-site visits to understand the specific circumstances.
In terms of the property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $500,000 AUD, while the median apartment price is around $400,000 AUD. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $450 and $380 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for around $460 and $360 per week respectively. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require applications several years in advance. Parents interested in the school are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process.
The Sale area where the school is located has a total population of 14,296 according to the 2021 ABS census, with 186 Chinese residents representing only 1.30% of the population, indicating a relatively low Chinese demographic. The main ethnic composition of the area consists of Australians (42.12%), British (40.90%), Irish (11.64%), Scottish (10.99%), and Germans (3.55%).
Regarding community safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, the Sale area has a crime rate of 16,032 per 100,000 people, which is 2.35 times the Victorian average (6,810). The safety situation warrants attention, and parents are advised to conduct on-site visits to understand the specific circumstances.
In terms of the property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $500,000 AUD, while the median apartment price is around $400,000 AUD. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $450 and $380 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for around $460 and $360 per week respectively. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require applications several years in advance. Parents interested in the school are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Catholic College Sale achieved a median VCE study score of 29 and 4.00% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 51.09/100.
Catholic College Sale is an independent school located in SALE. It is a co-educational school offering Year 7 to 12 education with approximately 900 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.
Catholic College Sale is located in SALE. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 14,296. The population density is 327 per km². The main ancestries are: Aust (42.12%), English (40.90%), Irish (11.64%), Scottish (10.99%), German (3.55%).
Catholic College Sale is located in SALE. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), SALE has a crime rate of 16,032 per 100,000 population, which is 2.4x the Victorian average (6,810). This is above the Victorian average. We recommend visiting the area in person.
Catholic College Sale is located in SALE. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $510K and the median unit price is $380K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $450/week, 2-bedroom house $380/week, 3-bedroom unit $460/week, 2-bedroom unit $360/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025