VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
32.76
AU Guide Score
Top 77%
27
VCE Median Score
Top 75%
1.5%
40+ Score Rate
Top 80%
282
VCE Students
Top 20%
Academic
18.0/80.0
Below Avg
Uni Focus
5.9/10.0
Below Avg
VCE Rate
4.9/5.0
High
Size
4.0/5.0
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.
Broadmeadows Community & Property
Population
12,524
Total Population
1,540
Density/km²
Area Safety
High Risk
Safety Rating
23,251
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
13.4%
Aust
10.9%
English
10.0%
Lebanese
3.3%
Indian
Property Prices
$615K
House Median
+70.0%
10yr Growth
$456K
Unit Median
+51.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$500
3BR House
$460
2BR House
$510
3BR Unit
$450
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
Penola Catholic College is a private co-educational school located in Broadmeadows, in Melbourne's northern suburbs, offering education from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 1,400 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, so families interested in enrollment are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process.
In terms of academic performance, according to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median score is 27, with 1.50% of students achieving scores above 40. Taking into consideration factors such as Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide has given the school a comprehensive rating of 37.90.
The school is located in Broadmeadows, which according to 2021 ABS census data has a total population of 12,524, including 211 Chinese residents, representing 1.70% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The area's main ethnic groups include Australian (13.40%), British (10.94%), Lebanese (9.97%), Indian (3.30%), and Irish (2.33%).
It should be noted that according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Broadmeadows has a crime rate of 23,251 per 100,000 people, which is 3.41 times the Victorian average (6,810), making safety a notable concern. Property prices in the area are relatively affordable - according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price is approximately $600,000 and the median apartment price is around $500,000, with weekly rental rates for 3-bedroom houses and apartments at approximately $500 and $510 respectively.
In terms of academic performance, according to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median score is 27, with 1.50% of students achieving scores above 40. Taking into consideration factors such as Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide has given the school a comprehensive rating of 37.90.
The school is located in Broadmeadows, which according to 2021 ABS census data has a total population of 12,524, including 211 Chinese residents, representing 1.70% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The area's main ethnic groups include Australian (13.40%), British (10.94%), Lebanese (9.97%), Indian (3.30%), and Irish (2.33%).
It should be noted that according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Broadmeadows has a crime rate of 23,251 per 100,000 people, which is 3.41 times the Victorian average (6,810), making safety a notable concern. Property prices in the area are relatively affordable - according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price is approximately $600,000 and the median apartment price is around $500,000, with weekly rental rates for 3-bedroom houses and apartments at approximately $500 and $510 respectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Penola Catholic College achieved a median VCE study score of 27 and 1.50% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 32.76/100.
Penola Catholic College is an independent school located in BROADMEADOWS. It is a co-educational school offering Year 7 to 12 education with approximately 1400 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.
Penola Catholic College is located in BROADMEADOWS. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 12,524. The population density is 1,540 per km². The main ancestries are: Aust (13.40%), English (10.94%), Lebanese (9.97%), Indian (3.30%), Irish (2.33%).
Penola Catholic College is located in BROADMEADOWS. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), BROADMEADOWS has a crime rate of 23,251 per 100,000 population, which is 3.4x the Victorian average (6,810). This is well above the Victorian average. Please consider this carefully.
Penola Catholic College is located in BROADMEADOWS. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $615K and the median unit price is $455K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $500/week, 2-bedroom house $460/week, 3-bedroom unit $510/week, 2-bedroom unit $450/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025