Below Average 51.62
Catholic School Co-educational Year 7-12

Nagle College

Bairnsdale , Melbourne
20 Hope Ave, Bairnsdale VIC 3875, Australia

VCE Academic Performance

Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025 Methodology
51.62
AU Guide Score
Top 46%
29
VCE Median Score
Top 54%
4.7%
40+ Score Rate
Top 47%
147
VCE Students
Top 55%
Academic 39.7/80.0 Below Avg
Uni Focus 4.7/10.0 Below Avg
VCE Rate 5.0/5.0 High
Size 2.2/5.0 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.

Bairnsdale Community & Property

Population
7,905 Total Population
124 Density/km²
Area Safety
High Risk Safety Rating
20,759 Local Crime Rate
6,810 VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
40.7% English
40.2% Aust
10.2% Scottish
9.6% Irish
Property Prices
$450K House Median
+76.0% 10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$460 3BR House
$400 2BR House
$440 3BR Unit
$350 2BR Unit

School Overview

About This School
Nagle College is a private co-educational school located in Bairnsdale, serving students in Years 7-12 with approximately 800 students enrolled. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance. Families interested in applying are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process.

In terms of academic performance, according to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median score is 29, with 4.70% of students achieving scores above 40. After considering multiple factors including the proportion of Chinese residents and community safety, AU Guide has given the school a comprehensive rating of 49.10 points.

The school is located in Bairnsdale, which falls within regional Victoria. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 7,905, including 90 Chinese residents, representing 1.10% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups in the area include English (40.66%), Australian (40.18%), Scottish (10.23%), Irish (9.64%), and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples (5.68%).

Regarding community safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Bairnsdale's crime rate is 20,759 per 100,000 people, which is 3.05 times the Victorian average (6,810) and significantly higher than the state average. Families are advised to carefully consider this when making their choice. As for local property prices, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price is approximately $400,000, with weekly rental rates of around $460 for 3-bedroom houses and $400 for 2-bedroom houses.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Nagle College achieved a median VCE study score of 29 and 4.70% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 51.62/100.
Nagle College is an independent school located in BAIRNSDALE. It is a co-educational school offering Year 7 to 12 education with approximately 800 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.
Nagle College is located in BAIRNSDALE. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 7,905. The population density is 124 per km². The main ancestries are: English (40.66%), Aust (40.18%), Scottish (10.23%), Irish (9.64%), Aust Abor (5.68%).
Nagle College is located in BAIRNSDALE. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), BAIRNSDALE has a crime rate of 20,759 per 100,000 population, which is 3.0x the Victorian average (6,810). This is well above the Victorian average. Please consider this carefully.
Nagle College is located in BAIRNSDALE. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $450K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $460/week, 2-bedroom house $400/week, 3-bedroom unit $440/week, 2-bedroom unit $350/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025