VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
40.88
AU Guide Score
Top 67%
28
VCE Median Score
Top 65%
1.9%
40+ Score Rate
Top 75%
353
VCE Students
Top 12%
Academic
24.1/80.0
Below Avg
Uni Focus
7.4/10.0
Average
VCE Rate
5.0/5.0
High
Size
4.4/5.0
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.
Lilydale Community & Property
Population
17,348
Total Population
595
Density/km²
Area Safety
Safe
Safety Rating
6,681
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
43.4%
English
39.0%
Aust
10.5%
Scottish
10.2%
Irish
Property Prices
$871K
House Median
+79.0%
10yr Growth
$622K
Unit Median
+0.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$595
3BR House
$450
2BR House
$600
3BR Unit
$498
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
Mount Lilydale Mercy College is a co-educational private school located in Lilydale, on the outskirts of Melbourne, offering education from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 1,500 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median study score of 28, with 1.90% 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 interested families are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process.
The school is situated in Lilydale, which has a good community environment. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 17,348, including 238 Chinese residents, representing 1.40% of the population—a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups are English (43.39%), Australian (38.98%), Scottish (10.54%), Irish (10.20%), and Italian (7.22%). In terms of safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Lilydale has a crime rate of 6,681 per 100,000 people, which is 0.98 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it below the state average and relatively safe.
From a cost of living perspective, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, property prices in the area are relatively reasonable, with a median house price of approximately $900,000 and apartments around $600,000. For rentals, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses cost approximately $600 and $450 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for around $600 and $500 per week respectively. Considering academic performance, Chinese population proportion, and community
The school is situated in Lilydale, which has a good community environment. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 17,348, including 238 Chinese residents, representing 1.40% of the population—a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups are English (43.39%), Australian (38.98%), Scottish (10.54%), Irish (10.20%), and Italian (7.22%). In terms of safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Lilydale has a crime rate of 6,681 per 100,000 people, which is 0.98 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it below the state average and relatively safe.
From a cost of living perspective, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, property prices in the area are relatively reasonable, with a median house price of approximately $900,000 and apartments around $600,000. For rentals, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses cost approximately $600 and $450 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for around $600 and $500 per week respectively. Considering academic performance, Chinese population proportion, and community
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Mount Lilydale Mercy College achieved a median VCE study score of 28 and 1.90% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 40.88/100.
Mount Lilydale Mercy College is an independent school located in LILYDALE. It is a co-educational school offering Year 7 to 12 education with approximately 1500 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.
Mount Lilydale Mercy College is located in LILYDALE. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 17,348. The population density is 595 per km². The main ancestries are: English (43.39%), Aust (38.98%), Scottish (10.54%), Irish (10.20%), Italian (7.22%).
Mount Lilydale Mercy College is located in LILYDALE. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), LILYDALE has a crime rate of 6,681 per 100,000 population, which is 1.0x the Victorian average (6,810). This is below the Victorian average, considered a safe area.
Mount Lilydale Mercy College is located in LILYDALE. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $870K and the median unit price is $622K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $600/week, 2-bedroom house $450/week, 3-bedroom unit $600/week, 2-bedroom unit $500/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025