Top 100 VIC Private
Luther College
Croydon Hills
, Melbourne
1-39 Plymouth Rd, Croydon Hills VIC 3136, Australia
VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
79.83
AU Guide Score
Top 19%
32
VCE Median Score
Top 20%
8.6%
40+ Score Rate
Top 24%
295
VCE Students
Top 19%
Academic
62.4/80.0
Good
Uni Focus
8.4/10.0
Strong
VCE Rate
5.0/5.0
High
Size
4.1/5.0
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.
Croydon Hills Community & Property
Population
4,839
Total Population
2,071
Density/km²
Area Safety
Very Safe
Safety Rating
1,261
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
7.6%
Chinese
39.0%
Aust
38.9%
English
11.0%
Scottish
10.4%
Irish
Property Prices
$1.1M
House Median
+96.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$600
3BR House
$520
2BR House
$630
3BR Unit
$500
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
Luther College is a private co-educational school located in Croydon Hills in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, offering education from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 1,200 students. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median study score of 32, with 8.60% of students achieving scores above 40. It ranks within the top 100 Victorian private schools for academic performance according to AU Guide.
The school is situated in the well-regarded community of Croydon Hills. Based on 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 4,839, with the main ethnic groups being Australian (38.95%), British (38.87%), Scottish (11.02%), Irish (10.44%), and Chinese (7.61%). The Chinese population proportion is relatively low at 7.60%. The area demonstrates excellent safety standards, with Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 showing a local crime rate of only 1,261 per 100,000 people - just 0.19 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it an exceptionally safe area.
Regarding the property market, Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data shows the median house price in the area is approximately $1.1 million. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $600 and $520 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $630 and $500 per week respectively. As a private school, Luther College has high fees, and popular schools typically require enrollment several years in advance, so parents are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process. Taking into account factors such as the Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives the school an overall rating of 80.30 points.
The school is situated in the well-regarded community of Croydon Hills. Based on 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 4,839, with the main ethnic groups being Australian (38.95%), British (38.87%), Scottish (11.02%), Irish (10.44%), and Chinese (7.61%). The Chinese population proportion is relatively low at 7.60%. The area demonstrates excellent safety standards, with Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 showing a local crime rate of only 1,261 per 100,000 people - just 0.19 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it an exceptionally safe area.
Regarding the property market, Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data shows the median house price in the area is approximately $1.1 million. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $600 and $520 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $630 and $500 per week respectively. As a private school, Luther College has high fees, and popular schools typically require enrollment several years in advance, so parents are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process. Taking into account factors such as the Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives the school an overall rating of 80.30 points.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Luther College achieved a median VCE study score of 32 and 8.60% 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 79.83/100.
Luther College is an independent school located in CROYDON HILLS. 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.
Luther College is located in CROYDON HILLS. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 4,839. The population density is 2,071 per km². The main ancestries are: Aust (38.95%), English (38.87%), Scottish (11.02%), Irish (10.44%), Chinese (7.61%).
Luther College is located in CROYDON HILLS. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), CROYDON HILLS has a crime rate of 1,261 per 100,000 population, which is 0.2x the Victorian average (6,810). This is significantly below the Victorian average, making it a very safe area.
Luther College is located in CROYDON HILLS. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $1.1M. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $600/week, 2-bedroom house $520/week, 3-bedroom unit $630/week, 2-bedroom unit $500/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025