Below Average 6.65
Public School Co-educational Year 7-12

Neerim District Secondary College

Neerim South , Melbourne
Neerim E Rd, Neerim South VIC 3831, Australia

VCE Academic Performance

Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025 Methodology
6.65
AU Guide Score
Top 100%
18
VCE Median Score
Top 100%
0.0%
40+ Score Rate
Top 100%
54
VCE Students
Top 85%
Academic 0.0/80.0 Below Avg
Uni Focus 1.2/10.0 Below Avg
VCE Rate 4.7/5.0 Average
Size 0.8/5.0 Very 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.

Neerim South Community & Property

Population
1,599 Total Population
25 Density/km²
Area Safety
Very Safe Safety Rating
2,502 Local Crime Rate
6,810 VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
43.7% English
42.2% Aust
13.6% Irish
12.2% Scottish
Property Prices
$690K House Median
+90.0% 10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$480 3BR House
$420 2BR House
$460 3BR Unit
$420 2BR Unit

School Overview

About This School
Neerim District Secondary College is a co-educational public school located in Neerim South, on the outskirts of Melbourne. The school offers education from Years 7 to 12 and has approximately 200 students. As a public school, it operates under a catchment area system, with specific zone information available through findmyschool.vic.gov.au.

According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median study score is 18, with 0.00% of students achieving scores above 40. The school is situated in a relatively safe community environment. Based on September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Neerim South has a crime rate of 2,502 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.37 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area.

In terms of population composition, according to 2021 ABS census data, Neerim South has a total population of 1,599 people, with only 7 Chinese residents, representing 0.40% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The area's main ethnic groups are English (43.72%), Australian (42.15%), Irish (13.57%), Scottish (12.20%), and Dutch (4.63%).

Regarding housing costs, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the area's median house price is approximately $700,000. Weekly rent for 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom standalone houses is around $480 and $420 respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $460 and $420 per week respectively. Taking into consideration factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives this school an overall rating of 8.40.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Neerim District Secondary College achieved a median VCE study score of 18 and 0.00% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 6.65/100.
Neerim District Secondary College is a government school located in NEERIM SOUTH. It is a co-educational school offering Year 7 to 12 education with approximately 200 students enrolled. Government schools operate on a zone-based enrolment system. You can check your designated school zone at findmyschool.vic.gov.au.
Neerim District Secondary College is located in NEERIM SOUTH. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 1,599. The population density is 25 per km². The main ancestries are: English (43.72%), Aust (42.15%), Irish (13.57%), Scottish (12.20%), Dutch (4.63%).
Neerim District Secondary College is located in NEERIM SOUTH. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), NEERIM SOUTH has a crime rate of 2,502 per 100,000 population, which is 0.4x the Victorian average (6,810). This is significantly below the Victorian average, making it a very safe area.
Neerim District Secondary College is located in NEERIM SOUTH. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $690K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $480/week, 2-bedroom house $420/week, 3-bedroom unit $460/week, 2-bedroom unit $420/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025