#5 VIC Public
John Monash Science School
Clayton
, Melbourne
Monash University Clayton Campus, 39 Innovation Walk, Clayton VIC 3168, Australia
VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
95.22
AU Guide Score
Top 5%
35
VCE Median Score
Top 5%
22.0%
40+ Score Rate
Top 5%
438
VCE Students
Top 6%
Academic
75.8/80.0
Excellent
Uni Focus
9.8/10.0
Excellent
VCE Rate
5.0/5.0
High
Size
4.7/5.0
Large
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.
Clayton Community & Property
Population
18,988
Total Population
2,428
Density/km²
Area Safety
Above Average
Safety Rating
10,407
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
24.6%
Chinese
13.5%
Indian
10.9%
English
9.6%
Aust
5.3%
Greek
Property Prices
$1.2M
House Median
+55.0%
10yr Growth
$685K
Unit Median
+44.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$640
3BR House
$550
2BR House
$678
3BR Unit
$600
2BR Unit
Similar Schools
Same Type, Similar Score
Schools of the same type with comparable scores
Nearby Schools
12 schools in the area
Mount Scopus Memorial College
96.4
Huntingtower School
96.0
Presbyterian Ladies' College
95.5
Caulfield Grammar School
92.4
Glen Waverley Secondary College
89.4
Mazenod College
88.3
Avila College
84.3
Wesley College
81.4
Ashwood High School
79.2
Highvale Secondary College
77.8
Sacred Heart Girls' College
76.8
Salesian College Chadstone
72.5
School Overview
About This School
John Monash Science School is a selective public school located in Clayton, in Melbourne's eastern suburbs. It operates as a co-educational institution specializing in Years 10-12 education, with approximately 700 students enrolled. As a selective public school, it is not bound by catchment zones and admits students through competitive entrance examinations.
According to 2025 VCAA data, the school achieved a median study score of 35, with 22.00% of students scoring 40 or above, demonstrating excellent academic performance. It ranks 5th among Victorian public schools in AU Guide's academic rankings, and after considering factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide awarded it a comprehensive score of 95.60.
The school is situated in Clayton, one of Melbourne's major Chinese residential communities. Based on 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 18,988, including 4,667 Chinese residents, representing 24.60% of the population. The main ethnic groups include Chinese (24.58%), Indian (13.46%), British (10.88%), Australian (9.60%), and Greek (5.25%), reflecting a multicultural character.
Regarding community safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Clayton's crime rate is 10,407 per 100,000 people, which is 1.53 times the Victorian average (6,810), slightly above the state average. In terms of real estate, based on Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the area's median house price is approximately $1.2 million, with apartments at around $700,000. For rentals, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $640 and $550 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $680
According to 2025 VCAA data, the school achieved a median study score of 35, with 22.00% of students scoring 40 or above, demonstrating excellent academic performance. It ranks 5th among Victorian public schools in AU Guide's academic rankings, and after considering factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide awarded it a comprehensive score of 95.60.
The school is situated in Clayton, one of Melbourne's major Chinese residential communities. Based on 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 18,988, including 4,667 Chinese residents, representing 24.60% of the population. The main ethnic groups include Chinese (24.58%), Indian (13.46%), British (10.88%), Australian (9.60%), and Greek (5.25%), reflecting a multicultural character.
Regarding community safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Clayton's crime rate is 10,407 per 100,000 people, which is 1.53 times the Victorian average (6,810), slightly above the state average. In terms of real estate, based on Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the area's median house price is approximately $1.2 million, with apartments at around $700,000. For rentals, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $640 and $550 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $680
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, John Monash Science School achieved a median VCE study score of 35 and 22.00% of students scored 40 or above. Based on AU Guide's academic ranking, the school is ranked #5 among Victorian public schools. The AU Guide overall score is 95.22/100.
John Monash Science School is a selective-entry government school located in CLAYTON. It is a co-educational school offering Year 10 to 12 education with approximately 700 students enrolled. Selective schools are not zone-restricted and require students to pass an entrance examination for admission.
John Monash Science School is located in CLAYTON. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 18,988. The population density is 2,428 per km². The main ancestries are: Chinese (24.58%), Indian (13.46%), English (10.88%), Aust (9.60%), Greek (5.25%).
John Monash Science School is located in CLAYTON. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), CLAYTON has a crime rate of 10,407 per 100,000 population, which is 1.5x the Victorian average (6,810). This is slightly above the Victorian average.
John Monash Science School is located in CLAYTON. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $1.2M and the median unit price is $685K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $640/week, 2-bedroom house $550/week, 3-bedroom unit $680/week, 2-bedroom unit $600/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025