St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College
Coolaroo
, Melbourne
19-35 Thorpdale Ave, Coolaroo VIC 3048, Australia
VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
66.19
AU Guide Score
Top 32%
29
VCE Median Score
Top 54%
10.0%
40+ Score Rate
Top 19%
96
VCE Students
Top 72%
Academic
50.9/80.0
Average
Uni Focus
9.0/10.0
Very Strong
VCE Rate
4.9/5.0
High
Size
1.4/5.0
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.
Coolaroo Community & Property
Population
3,193
Total Population
1,018
Density/km²
Area Safety
Higher Risk
Safety Rating
18,321
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
16.9%
Aust
13.6%
English
7.6%
Lebanese
3.5%
Irish
Property Prices
$602K
House Median
+86.0%
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
St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College is a private co-educational school located in Coolaroo, in Melbourne's northern suburbs, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 1,000 students enrolled. As a private school, tuition fees are high, and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance, so families interested in applying are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process.
According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median study score is 29, with 10.00% of students achieving scores above 40. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives the school an overall rating of 66.00 points.
Regarding the community environment, according to 2021 ABS census data, the Coolaroo area has a total population of 3,193 people, including 50 Chinese residents, representing only 1.60% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The area's main ethnic composition includes Australian (16.85%), English (13.56%), Lebanese (7.61%), Irish (3.45%), and Scottish (2.66%).
In terms of safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Coolaroo's crime rate is 18,321 per 100,000 people, which is 2.69 times the Victorian average (6,810), significantly higher than the state average, so on-site inspection is recommended. Regarding property prices, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the area's median house price is approximately $600,000, with weekly rental rates of around $500 for 3-bedroom houses and $460 for 2-bedroom houses, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $510 and $450 per week respectively.
According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median study score is 29, with 10.00% of students achieving scores above 40. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives the school an overall rating of 66.00 points.
Regarding the community environment, according to 2021 ABS census data, the Coolaroo area has a total population of 3,193 people, including 50 Chinese residents, representing only 1.60% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The area's main ethnic composition includes Australian (16.85%), English (13.56%), Lebanese (7.61%), Irish (3.45%), and Scottish (2.66%).
In terms of safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Coolaroo's crime rate is 18,321 per 100,000 people, which is 2.69 times the Victorian average (6,810), significantly higher than the state average, so on-site inspection is recommended. Regarding property prices, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the area's median house price is approximately $600,000, with weekly rental rates of around $500 for 3-bedroom houses and $460 for 2-bedroom houses, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $510 and $450 per week respectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College achieved a median VCE study score of 29 and 10.00% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 66.19/100.
St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College is an independent school located in COOLAROO. It is a co-educational school offering Prep to Year 12 education with approximately 1000 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.
St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College is located in COOLAROO. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 3,193. The population density is 1,018 per km². The main ancestries are: Aust (16.85%), English (13.56%), Lebanese (7.61%), Irish (3.45%), Scottish (2.66%).
St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College is located in COOLAROO. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), COOLAROO has a crime rate of 18,321 per 100,000 population, which is 2.7x the Victorian average (6,810). This is above the Victorian average. We recommend visiting the area in person.
St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College is located in COOLAROO. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $601K. 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