VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
56.20
AU Guide Score
Top 45%
30
VCE Median Score
Top 40%
3.4%
40+ Score Rate
Top 57%
254
VCE Students
Top 26%
Academic
41.2/80.0
Below Avg
Uni Focus
6.3/10.0
Below Avg
VCE Rate
5.0/5.0
High
Size
3.7/5.0
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.
Drysdale Community & Property
Population
4,976
Total Population
126
Density/km²
Area Safety
Very Safe
Safety Rating
4,220
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
48.2%
English
38.0%
Aust
13.4%
Irish
13.0%
Scottish
Property Prices
$620K
House Median
+71.0%
10yr Growth
$495K
Unit Median
+83.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$485
3BR House
$430
2BR House
$500
3BR Unit
$430
2BR Unit
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67.7
Geelong Lutheran College
63.1
Clonard College
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57.8
Geelong High School
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Belmont High School
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Oberon High School
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Covenant College
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School Overview
About This School
Saint Ignatius College Geelong is a co-educational private school located in Drysdale, 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. Families interested in enrollment are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process.
According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median study score is 30, with 3.40% of students achieving scores above 40. Taking into account factors such as the Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide gives the school a comprehensive rating of 53.00.
The school is situated in Drysdale, which is part of the Greater Geelong region. Based on 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 4,976, with only 27 Chinese residents, representing 0.50% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups include British (48.21%), Australian (38.00%), Irish (13.42%), Scottish (12.98%), and German (4.36%).
The community enjoys good safety conditions. According to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Drysdale's crime rate is 4,220 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.62 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area. Regarding property prices, Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data shows the local median house price is approximately $600,000, while the median apartment price is around $500,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $480 and $430 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments both rent for around $500 and $430 per week respectively.
According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median study score is 30, with 3.40% of students achieving scores above 40. Taking into account factors such as the Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide gives the school a comprehensive rating of 53.00.
The school is situated in Drysdale, which is part of the Greater Geelong region. Based on 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 4,976, with only 27 Chinese residents, representing 0.50% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups include British (48.21%), Australian (38.00%), Irish (13.42%), Scottish (12.98%), and German (4.36%).
The community enjoys good safety conditions. According to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Drysdale's crime rate is 4,220 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.62 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area. Regarding property prices, Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data shows the local median house price is approximately $600,000, while the median apartment price is around $500,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $480 and $430 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments both rent for around $500 and $430 per week respectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Saint Ignatius College Geelong achieved a median VCE study score of 30 and 3.40% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 56.20/100.
Saint Ignatius College Geelong is an independent school located in DRYSDALE. 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.
Saint Ignatius College Geelong is located in DRYSDALE. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 4,976. The population density is 126 per km². The main ancestries are: English (48.21%), Aust (38.00%), Irish (13.42%), Scottish (12.98%), German (4.36%).
Saint Ignatius College Geelong is located in DRYSDALE. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), DRYSDALE has a crime rate of 4,220 per 100,000 population, which is 0.6x the Victorian average (6,810). This is significantly below the Victorian average, making it a very safe area.
Saint Ignatius College Geelong is located in DRYSDALE. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $620K and the median unit price is $495K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $480/week, 2-bedroom house $430/week, 3-bedroom unit $500/week, 2-bedroom unit $430/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025