VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
57.01
AU Guide Score
Top 43%
29
VCE Median Score
Top 54%
5.5%
40+ Score Rate
Top 39%
260
VCE Students
Top 24%
Academic
42.9/80.0
Below Avg
Uni Focus
5.4/10.0
Below Avg
VCE Rate
4.9/5.0
High
Size
3.8/5.0
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.
Frankston Community & Property
Population
37,331
Total Population
1,887
Density/km²
Area Safety
Higher Risk
Safety Rating
18,971
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
39.6%
English
33.5%
Aust
11.3%
Irish
10.7%
Scottish
Property Prices
$750K
House Median
+99.0%
10yr Growth
$558K
Unit Median
+74.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$550
3BR House
$475
2BR House
$563
3BR Unit
$460
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
John Paul College is a private co-educational school located in Frankston on the Mornington Peninsula, offering education from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 1,200 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median study score is 29, with 5.50% of students achieving scores above 40. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance, so families interested in enrollment are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process.
Looking at the community environment, the Frankston area has a total population of 37,331 according to 2021 ABS census data, with 1,017 Chinese residents representing 2.70% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups include British (39.55%), Australian (33.46%), Irish (11.27%), Scottish (10.71%), and German (4.12%).
Regarding community safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Frankston's crime rate is 18,971 per 100,000 people, which is 2.79 times the Victorian average (6,810) and above the state average. Parents are advised to visit the area personally to assess the specific situation. In terms of the local property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $800,000, with apartments at around $600,000. For rentals, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $550 and $480 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $560 and $460 per week respectively.
Taking into comprehensive consideration multiple factors including the proportion of Chinese residents and community safety, AU Guide's assessment of this school is
Looking at the community environment, the Frankston area has a total population of 37,331 according to 2021 ABS census data, with 1,017 Chinese residents representing 2.70% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups include British (39.55%), Australian (33.46%), Irish (11.27%), Scottish (10.71%), and German (4.12%).
Regarding community safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Frankston's crime rate is 18,971 per 100,000 people, which is 2.79 times the Victorian average (6,810) and above the state average. Parents are advised to visit the area personally to assess the specific situation. In terms of the local property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $800,000, with apartments at around $600,000. For rentals, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $550 and $480 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $560 and $460 per week respectively.
Taking into comprehensive consideration multiple factors including the proportion of Chinese residents and community safety, AU Guide's assessment of this school is
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, John Paul College achieved a median VCE study score of 29 and 5.50% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 57.01/100.
John Paul College is an independent school located in FRANKSTON. It is a co-educational school offering Year 7 to 12 education with approximately 1200 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.
John Paul College is located in FRANKSTON. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 37,331. The population density is 1,887 per km². The main ancestries are: English (39.55%), Aust (33.46%), Irish (11.27%), Scottish (10.71%), German (4.12%).
John Paul College is located in FRANKSTON. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), FRANKSTON has a crime rate of 18,971 per 100,000 population, which is 2.8x the Victorian average (6,810). This is above the Victorian average. We recommend visiting the area in person.
John Paul College is located in FRANKSTON. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $750K and the median unit price is $558K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $550/week, 2-bedroom house $480/week, 3-bedroom unit $560/week, 2-bedroom unit $460/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025