Galen Catholic College
Wangaratta
, Melbourne
188 - 244 Phillipson St, Wangaratta VIC 3677, Australia
VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
37.67
AU Guide Score
Top 68%
28
VCE Median Score
Top 65%
1.8%
40+ Score Rate
Top 77%
241
VCE Students
Top 28%
Academic
23.3/80.0
Below Avg
Uni Focus
5.8/10.0
Below Avg
VCE Rate
5.0/5.0
High
Size
3.6/5.0
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.
Wangaratta Community & Property
Population
19,214
Total Population
394
Density/km²
Area Safety
Above Average
Safety Rating
8,967
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
42.7%
English
39.3%
Aust
14.2%
Irish
11.5%
Scottish
Property Prices
$525K
House Median
+107.0%
10yr Growth
$361K
Unit Median
+60.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$465
3BR House
$400
2BR House
$341
3BR Unit
$328
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
Galen Catholic College is a private co-educational school located in Wangaratta, Victoria, offering education from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 1,000 students enrolled. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require enrollment several years in advance, so interested families are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process.
According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's VCE performance is moderate, with a median score of 28 and 1.80% of students achieving scores above 40. After considering factors such as Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide gives it a comprehensive rating of 39.70 points.
Regarding the community environment, 2021 ABS census data shows Wangaratta has a total population of 19,214, including 168 Chinese residents, representing only 0.90% of the population—a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups in the area are English (42.66%), Australian (39.28%), Irish (14.17%), Scottish (11.45%), and Italian (6.90%).
In terms of safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Wangaratta's crime rate is 8,967 per 100,000 people, which is 1.32 times the Victorian average (6,810), slightly above the state average. Parents are advised to research the specific situation in detail. For housing prices, according to Data Vic's Q1 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $500,000, apartments around $400,000, with reasonable rental costs—3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $460 and $400 per week respectively.
According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's VCE performance is moderate, with a median score of 28 and 1.80% of students achieving scores above 40. After considering factors such as Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide gives it a comprehensive rating of 39.70 points.
Regarding the community environment, 2021 ABS census data shows Wangaratta has a total population of 19,214, including 168 Chinese residents, representing only 0.90% of the population—a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups in the area are English (42.66%), Australian (39.28%), Irish (14.17%), Scottish (11.45%), and Italian (6.90%).
In terms of safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Wangaratta's crime rate is 8,967 per 100,000 people, which is 1.32 times the Victorian average (6,810), slightly above the state average. Parents are advised to research the specific situation in detail. For housing prices, according to Data Vic's Q1 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $500,000, apartments around $400,000, with reasonable rental costs—3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $460 and $400 per week respectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Galen Catholic College achieved a median VCE study score of 28 and 1.80% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 37.67/100.
Galen Catholic College is an independent school located in WANGARATTA. It is a co-educational school offering Year 7 to 12 education with approximately 1000 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.
Galen Catholic College is located in WANGARATTA. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 19,214. The population density is 394 per km². The main ancestries are: English (42.66%), Aust (39.28%), Irish (14.17%), Scottish (11.45%), Italian (6.90%).
Galen Catholic College is located in WANGARATTA. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), WANGARATTA has a crime rate of 8,967 per 100,000 population, which is 1.3x the Victorian average (6,810). This is slightly above the Victorian average.
Galen Catholic College is located in WANGARATTA. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $525K and the median unit price is $360K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $460/week, 2-bedroom house $400/week, 3-bedroom unit $340/week, 2-bedroom unit $330/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025