VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
26.92
AU Guide Score
Top 78%
25
VCE Median Score
Top 89%
2.5%
40+ Score Rate
Top 68%
20
VCE Students
Top 96%
Academic
17.3/80.0
Below Avg
Uni Focus
4.4/10.0
Below Avg
VCE Rate
5.0/5.0
High
Size
0.2/5.0
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.
Tynong Community & Property
Population
523
Total Population
25
Density/km²
Area Safety
Very Safe
Safety Rating
4,589
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
40.3%
English
38.4%
Aust
18.6%
Irish
9.9%
Scottish
Weekly Rent
$535
3BR House
$470
2BR House
$500
3BR Unit
$450
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
St Thomas Aquinas College is a co-educational private school located in Tynong, on the outskirts of Melbourne, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 200 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median score of 25, with 2.50% of students achieving scores above 40.
The school is situated in Tynong, a small community with a total population of 523 people according to the 2021 ABS census data, with 0.00% Chinese residents. The area's main ethnic composition includes British (40.34%), Australian (38.43%), Irish (18.55%), Scottish (9.94%), and Italian (4.78%).
From a safety perspective, Tynong performs exceptionally well. According to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, the area has a crime rate of 4,589 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.67 times the Victorian average (6,810), significantly below the state average, making it a very safe area.
Regarding housing costs, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the area's 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $540 and $470 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $500 and $450 per week respectively.
As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require applications to be submitted several years in advance. After comprehensive consideration of factors including Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide gives an overall rating of 26.90 points and recommends that interested parents contact the school early to understand the specific application process.
The school is situated in Tynong, a small community with a total population of 523 people according to the 2021 ABS census data, with 0.00% Chinese residents. The area's main ethnic composition includes British (40.34%), Australian (38.43%), Irish (18.55%), Scottish (9.94%), and Italian (4.78%).
From a safety perspective, Tynong performs exceptionally well. According to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, the area has a crime rate of 4,589 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.67 times the Victorian average (6,810), significantly below the state average, making it a very safe area.
Regarding housing costs, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the area's 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $540 and $470 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $500 and $450 per week respectively.
As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require applications to be submitted several years in advance. After comprehensive consideration of factors including Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide gives an overall rating of 26.90 points and recommends that interested parents contact the school early to understand the specific application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, St Thomas Aquinas College achieved a median VCE study score of 25 and 2.50% of students scored 40 or above. The AU Guide overall score is 26.92/100.
St Thomas Aquinas College is an independent school located in TYNONG. It is a co-educational school offering Prep to Year 12 education with approximately 200 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 Thomas Aquinas College is located in TYNONG. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 523. The population density is 25 per km². The main ancestries are: English (40.34%), Aust (38.43%), Irish (18.55%), Scottish (9.94%), Italian (4.78%).
St Thomas Aquinas College is located in TYNONG. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), TYNONG has a crime rate of 4,589 per 100,000 population, which is 0.7x the Victorian average (6,810). This is significantly below the Victorian average, making it a very safe area.
St Thomas Aquinas College is located in TYNONG. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $540/week, 2-bedroom house $470/week, 3-bedroom unit $500/week, 2-bedroom unit $450/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025