VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
35.40
AU Guide Score
Top 68%
27
VCE Median Score
Top 75%
2.6%
40+ Score Rate
Top 67%
71
VCE Students
Top 80%
Academic
23.5/80.0
Below Avg
Uni Focus
6.0/10.0
Below Avg
VCE Rate
4.9/5.0
High
Size
1.0/5.0
Very 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.
Lilydale Community & Property
Population
17,348
Total Population
595
Density/km²
Area Safety
Safe
Safety Rating
6,681
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
43.4%
English
39.0%
Aust
10.5%
Scottish
10.2%
Irish
Property Prices
$871K
House Median
+79.0%
10yr Growth
$622K
Unit Median
+0.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$595
3BR House
$450
2BR House
$600
3BR Unit
$498
2BR Unit
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53.5
Mount Evelyn Christian School
51.7
Upper Yarra Secondary College
50.3
Belgrave Heights Christian School
44.4
Mount Lilydale Mercy College
40.9
Mooroolbark College
38.0
Monbulk College
36.2
Upwey High School
31.6
Lilydale High School
25.1
School Overview
About This School
Edinburgh College is a private co-educational school located in Lilydale, on the outskirts of Melbourne, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 500 current students. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median score of 27, with 2.60% of students achieving scores above 40. Considering factors such as Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide gives it a comprehensive rating of 38.70.
The Lilydale area where the school is located has a total population of 17,348, with a relatively low Chinese population of just 1.40% (238 people). The area's main ethnic composition includes British (43.39%), Australian (38.98%), Scottish (10.54%), Irish (10.20%), and Italian (7.22%), reflecting a multicultural character.
From a community safety perspective, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Lilydale has a crime rate of 6,681 per 100,000 people, which is 0.98 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a relatively safe area.
In terms of the property market, the median house price in the area is approximately $900,000, while apartments have a median price of around $600,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $600 and $450 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for around $600 and $500 per week respectively.
As a private school, Edinburgh College has high tuition fees, and popular enrollment periods typically require applications several years in advance. Families interested in the school are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process and requirements.
The Lilydale area where the school is located has a total population of 17,348, with a relatively low Chinese population of just 1.40% (238 people). The area's main ethnic composition includes British (43.39%), Australian (38.98%), Scottish (10.54%), Irish (10.20%), and Italian (7.22%), reflecting a multicultural character.
From a community safety perspective, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Lilydale has a crime rate of 6,681 per 100,000 people, which is 0.98 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a relatively safe area.
In terms of the property market, the median house price in the area is approximately $900,000, while apartments have a median price of around $600,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $600 and $450 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for around $600 and $500 per week respectively.
As a private school, Edinburgh College has high tuition fees, and popular enrollment periods typically require applications several years in advance. Families interested in the school are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process and requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Edinburgh College achieved a median VCE study score of 27 and 2.60% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 35.40/100.
Edinburgh College is an independent school located in LILYDALE. It is a co-educational school offering Prep to Year 12 education with approximately 500 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.
Edinburgh College is located in LILYDALE. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 17,348. The population density is 595 per km². The main ancestries are: English (43.39%), Aust (38.98%), Scottish (10.54%), Irish (10.20%), Italian (7.22%).
Edinburgh College is located in LILYDALE. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), LILYDALE has a crime rate of 6,681 per 100,000 population, which is 1.0x the Victorian average (6,810). This is below the Victorian average, considered a safe area.
Edinburgh College is located in LILYDALE. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $870K and the median unit price is $622K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $600/week, 2-bedroom house $450/week, 3-bedroom unit $600/week, 2-bedroom unit $500/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025