Top 50 VIC Public
Northcote High School
Northcote
, Melbourne
19-25 St Georges Rd, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia
VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
78.03
AU Guide Score
Top 23%
31
VCE Median Score
Top 28%
9.0%
40+ Score Rate
Top 23%
450
VCE Students
Top 4%
Academic
59.4/80.0
Good
Uni Focus
8.9/10.0
Strong
VCE Rate
4.9/5.0
High
Size
4.8/5.0
Large
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.
Northcote Community & Property
Population
25,276
Total Population
4,206
Density/km²
Area Safety
Safe
Safety Rating
6,504
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
34.3%
English
27.6%
Aust
16.1%
Irish
12.5%
Scottish
Property Prices
$1.7M
House Median
+72.0%
10yr Growth
$600K
Unit Median
+20.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$665
3BR House
$600
2BR House
$660
3BR Unit
$530
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
Northcote High School is a co-educational public school located in Northcote, in Melbourne's northern suburbs. The school serves grades 7-12 and has approximately 1,700 students. As a public school, it operates on a zoned enrollment system, and parents can check catchment area information through findmyschool.vic.gov.au.
Academically, according to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median study score of 31, with 9.00% of students achieving scores above 40. In AU Guide's academic rankings for Victorian public schools, Northcote High School ranks in the top 50, achieving an overall score of 78.10 points when factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety are considered.
The school is situated in Northcote, which offers a positive community environment. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 25,276, including 916 Chinese residents, representing 3.60% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups include English (34.29%), Australian (27.55%), Irish (16.13%), Scottish (12.50%), and Italian (9.27%).
In terms of safety, September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data shows Northcote has a crime rate of 6,504 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.96 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a relatively safe area. Regarding property prices, Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data indicates a median house price of approximately $1.7 million and a median apartment price of around $600,000, with moderate rental levels.
Academically, according to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median study score of 31, with 9.00% of students achieving scores above 40. In AU Guide's academic rankings for Victorian public schools, Northcote High School ranks in the top 50, achieving an overall score of 78.10 points when factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety are considered.
The school is situated in Northcote, which offers a positive community environment. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 25,276, including 916 Chinese residents, representing 3.60% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups include English (34.29%), Australian (27.55%), Irish (16.13%), Scottish (12.50%), and Italian (9.27%).
In terms of safety, September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data shows Northcote has a crime rate of 6,504 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.96 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a relatively safe area. Regarding property prices, Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data indicates a median house price of approximately $1.7 million and a median apartment price of around $600,000, with moderate rental levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Northcote High School achieved a median VCE study score of 31 and 9.00% of students scored 40 or above. Based on AU Guide's academic ranking, the school is ranked in the top 50 Victorian public schools. The AU Guide overall score is 78.03/100.
Northcote High School is a government school located in NORTHCOTE. It is a co-educational school offering Year 7 to 12 education with approximately 1700 students enrolled. Government schools operate on a zone-based enrolment system. You can check your designated school zone at findmyschool.vic.gov.au.
Northcote High School is located in NORTHCOTE. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 25,276. The population density is 4,206 per km². The main ancestries are: English (34.29%), Aust (27.55%), Irish (16.13%), Scottish (12.50%), Italian (9.27%).
Northcote High School is located in NORTHCOTE. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), NORTHCOTE has a crime rate of 6,504 per 100,000 population, which is 1.0x the Victorian average (6,810). This is below the Victorian average, considered a safe area.
Northcote High School is located in NORTHCOTE. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $1.7M and the median unit price is $600K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $660/week, 2-bedroom house $600/week, 3-bedroom unit $660/week, 2-bedroom unit $530/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025