Top 100 VIC Private
Heatherton Christian College
Clarinda
, Melbourne
316-322 Kingston Road, Clarinda VIC 3169
VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
73.27
AU Guide Score
Top 22%
31
VCE Median Score
Top 28%
9.6%
40+ Score Rate
Top 21%
44
VCE Students
Top 88%
Academic
60.3/80.0
Good
Uni Focus
7.4/10.0
Average
VCE Rate
5.0/5.0
High
Size
0.6/5.0
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.
Clarinda Community & Property
Population
7,441
Total Population
2,120
Density/km²
Area Safety
Very Safe
Safety Rating
3,870
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
11.1%
Chinese
15.4%
Greek
13.3%
Aust
12.2%
English
10.0%
Indian
Property Prices
$1.1M
House Median
+62.0%
10yr Growth
$810K
Unit Median
+65.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$675
3BR House
$580
2BR House
$690
3BR Unit
$550
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
Heatherton Christian College is a private co-educational school located in Clarinda, in Melbourne's south-east, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 800 students. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median study score of 31, with 9.60% of students achieving scores of 40 or above, ranking within the top 100 Victorian private schools for academic performance according to AU Guide.
The school is situated in Clarinda, which offers an excellent community environment. Based on the 2021 ABS Census data, the area has a total population of 7,441, including 823 Chinese residents representing 11.10% of the population, creating a medium-sized Chinese community with convenient living conditions. The main ethnic groups include Greek (15.37%), Australian (13.32%), British (12.24%), Chinese (11.06%), and Indian (9.99%), reflecting the area's multicultural character.
In terms of safety, the area performs exceptionally well. According to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Clarinda's crime rate is 3,870 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.57 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area.
Regarding the real estate market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the area's median house price is approximately $1.1 million, while the median apartment price is around $800,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $680 and $580 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $690 and $550 per week respectively.
As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require waiting lists of several years, so parents are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process. Considering the Chinese population ratio, community safety
The school is situated in Clarinda, which offers an excellent community environment. Based on the 2021 ABS Census data, the area has a total population of 7,441, including 823 Chinese residents representing 11.10% of the population, creating a medium-sized Chinese community with convenient living conditions. The main ethnic groups include Greek (15.37%), Australian (13.32%), British (12.24%), Chinese (11.06%), and Indian (9.99%), reflecting the area's multicultural character.
In terms of safety, the area performs exceptionally well. According to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Clarinda's crime rate is 3,870 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.57 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area.
Regarding the real estate market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the area's median house price is approximately $1.1 million, while the median apartment price is around $800,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $680 and $580 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $690 and $550 per week respectively.
As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require waiting lists of several years, so parents are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process. Considering the Chinese population ratio, community safety
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Heatherton Christian College achieved a median VCE study score of 31 and 9.60% of students scored 40 or above. Based on AU Guide's academic ranking, the school is ranked in the top 100 Victorian private schools. The AU Guide overall score is 73.27/100.
Heatherton Christian College is an independent school located in CLARINDA. It is a co-educational school offering Prep to Year 12 education with approximately 800 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.
Heatherton Christian College is located in CLARINDA. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 7,441. The population density is 2,120 per km². The main ancestries are: Greek (15.37%), Aust (13.32%), English (12.24%), Chinese (11.06%), Indian (9.99%).
Heatherton Christian College is located in CLARINDA. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), CLARINDA has a crime rate of 3,870 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.
Heatherton Christian College is located in CLARINDA. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $1.1M and the median unit price is $810K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $680/week, 2-bedroom house $580/week, 3-bedroom unit $690/week, 2-bedroom unit $550/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025