VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
58.55
AU Guide Score
Top 42%
29
VCE Median Score
Top 54%
5.6%
40+ Score Rate
Top 38%
176
VCE Students
Top 46%
Academic
43.2/80.0
Below Avg
Uni Focus
7.8/10.0
Average
VCE Rate
4.9/5.0
High
Size
2.7/5.0
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.
Sunshine West Community & Property
Population
18,552
Total Population
1,946
Density/km²
Area Safety
Safe
Safety Rating
6,263
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
7.3%
Chinese
19.4%
Vietnamese
11.7%
Aust
10.5%
English
5.3%
Greek
Property Prices
$711K
House Median
+73.0%
10yr Growth
$600K
Unit Median
+69.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$480
3BR House
$453
2BR House
$500
3BR Unit
$430
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
Marian College is a co-educational private school located in Sunshine West, in Melbourne's western suburbs. The school offers education from Years 7 to 12 and has approximately 400 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median score is 29, with 5.60% of students achieving scores above 40. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide rates the school at 63.20 points.
The Sunshine West area where the school is located has 18,552 residents, with a Chinese population of 1,350, representing 7.30% of the total population - a relatively low proportion of Chinese residents. The area displays multicultural characteristics, with the main ethnic groups being Vietnamese (19.41%), Australian (11.69%), British (10.48%), Chinese (7.28%), and Greek (5.33%).
From a safety perspective, Sunshine West has a crime rate of 6,263 per 100,000 people, which is 0.92 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a relatively safe area. In terms of the property market, the median house price in the area is approximately $700,000, with apartments at around $600,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $480 and $450 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $500 and $430 per week respectively.
As a private school, Marian College has relatively high fees, and applications during popular periods typically require queuing several years in advance. Families interested in the school are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process and requirements.
The Sunshine West area where the school is located has 18,552 residents, with a Chinese population of 1,350, representing 7.30% of the total population - a relatively low proportion of Chinese residents. The area displays multicultural characteristics, with the main ethnic groups being Vietnamese (19.41%), Australian (11.69%), British (10.48%), Chinese (7.28%), and Greek (5.33%).
From a safety perspective, Sunshine West has a crime rate of 6,263 per 100,000 people, which is 0.92 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a relatively safe area. In terms of the property market, the median house price in the area is approximately $700,000, with apartments at around $600,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $480 and $450 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $500 and $430 per week respectively.
As a private school, Marian College has relatively high fees, and applications during popular periods typically require queuing several years in advance. Families interested in the school are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process and requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Marian College achieved a median VCE study score of 29 and 5.60% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 58.55/100.
Marian College is an independent school located in SUNSHINE WEST. It is a co-educational school offering Year 7 to 12 education with approximately 400 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.
Marian College is located in SUNSHINE WEST. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 18,552. The population density is 1,946 per km². The main ancestries are: Vietnamese (19.41%), Aust (11.69%), English (10.48%), Chinese (7.28%), Greek (5.33%).
Marian College is located in SUNSHINE WEST. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), SUNSHINE WEST has a crime rate of 6,263 per 100,000 population, which is 0.9x the Victorian average (6,810). This is below the Victorian average, considered a safe area.
Marian College is located in SUNSHINE WEST. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $710K and the median unit price is $600K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $480/week, 2-bedroom house $450/week, 3-bedroom unit $500/week, 2-bedroom unit $430/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025