VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
64.28
AU Guide Score
Top 35%
31
VCE Median Score
Top 28%
3.9%
40+ Score Rate
Top 53%
225
VCE Students
Top 32%
Academic
47.4/80.0
Below Avg
Uni Focus
8.5/10.0
Strong
VCE Rate
5.0/5.0
High
Size
3.4/5.0
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.
Altona Community & Property
Population
11,490
Total Population
687
Density/km²
Area Safety
Very Safe
Safety Rating
5,039
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
32.1%
English
27.4%
Aust
12.0%
Irish
9.3%
Scottish
Property Prices
$1.2M
House Median
+81.0%
10yr Growth
$754K
Unit Median
+46.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$600
3BR House
$550
2BR House
$688
3BR Unit
$498
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
Mount St Joseph Girls' College is a private girls' school located in Altona, in Melbourne's western suburbs, offering education from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 1,200 students. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's VCE median score is 31, with 3.90% of students achieving scores of 40 or above. As a private school, fees are high and popular schools typically require enrollment several years in advance, so it's recommended to contact the school early to understand the application process.
The school is situated in Altona, which has an excellent community environment. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 11,490, with 398 Chinese residents representing 3.50% of the population, a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups include English (32.12%), Australian (27.38%), Irish (11.95%), Scottish (9.31%), and Italian (7.37%). The area performs exceptionally well in terms of safety. According to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Altona's crime rate is 5,039 per 100,000 people, only 0.74 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area.
Regarding the property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $1.2 million, while the median apartment price is around $800,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $600 and $550 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $690 and $500 per week respectively. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives a comprehensive score of 66.70.
The school is situated in Altona, which has an excellent community environment. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 11,490, with 398 Chinese residents representing 3.50% of the population, a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups include English (32.12%), Australian (27.38%), Irish (11.95%), Scottish (9.31%), and Italian (7.37%). The area performs exceptionally well in terms of safety. According to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Altona's crime rate is 5,039 per 100,000 people, only 0.74 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area.
Regarding the property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $1.2 million, while the median apartment price is around $800,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $600 and $550 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $690 and $500 per week respectively. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives a comprehensive score of 66.70.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Mount St Joseph Girls' College achieved a median VCE study score of 31 and 3.90% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 64.28/100.
Mount St Joseph Girls' College is an independent school located in ALTONA. It is a girls-only 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.
Mount St Joseph Girls' College is located in ALTONA. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 11,490. The population density is 687 per km². The main ancestries are: English (32.12%), Aust (27.38%), Irish (11.95%), Scottish (9.31%), Italian (7.37%).
Mount St Joseph Girls' College is located in ALTONA. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), ALTONA has a crime rate of 5,039 per 100,000 population, which is 0.7x the Victorian average (6,810). This is significantly below the Victorian average, making it a very safe area.
Mount St Joseph Girls' College is located in ALTONA. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $1.2M and the median unit price is $753K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $600/week, 2-bedroom house $550/week, 3-bedroom unit $690/week, 2-bedroom unit $500/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025