Top 50 VIC Public
University High School
Parkville
, Melbourne
77 Story St, Parkville VIC 3052, Australia
VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
75.88
AU Guide Score
Top 24%
31
VCE Median Score
Top 28%
7.8%
40+ Score Rate
Top 27%
565
VCE Students
Top 2%
Academic
57.9/80.0
Good
Uni Focus
8.3/10.0
Strong
VCE Rate
4.8/5.0
High
Size
4.9/5.0
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.
Parkville Community & Property
Population
7,074
Total Population
1,769
Density/km²
Area Safety
Higher Risk
Safety Rating
14,461
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
13.2%
Chinese
29.2%
English
24.9%
Aust
13.8%
Irish
10.3%
Scottish
Property Prices
$1.6M
House Median
+14.0%
10yr Growth
$560K
Unit Median
+3.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$805
3BR House
$658
2BR House
$1,080
3BR Unit
$750
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
University High School is a co-educational public school located in Parkville, an inner-city suburb of Melbourne. The school serves grades 7-12 with approximately 1,900 students. As a public school, it operates under a zoned enrollment system, with specific catchment areas available for查询 on findmyschool.vic.gov.au.
In terms of academic performance, according to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median score of 31, with 7.80% of students achieving scores above 40. It ranks among the top 50 Victorian public schools in AU Guide's academic rankings. Taking into account factors such as Chinese community presence and neighborhood safety, AU Guide gives the school an overall rating of 78.00.
The school is situated in Parkville, an area known for its multicultural character. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 7,074, including 935 Chinese residents, representing 13.20% of the population—a moderate-sized Chinese community that offers relatively convenient living. The main ethnic groups include English (29.23%), Australian (24.88%), Irish (13.77%), Chinese (13.22%), and Scottish (10.32%).
Regarding community safety, based on September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Parkville has a crime rate of 14,461 per 100,000 people, which is 2.12 times the Victorian average (6,810). Parents are advised to visit and assess the area firsthand. As for housing prices, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price is approximately $1.6 million, while apartments have a median price of around $600,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $800 and $660 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $
In terms of academic performance, according to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median score of 31, with 7.80% of students achieving scores above 40. It ranks among the top 50 Victorian public schools in AU Guide's academic rankings. Taking into account factors such as Chinese community presence and neighborhood safety, AU Guide gives the school an overall rating of 78.00.
The school is situated in Parkville, an area known for its multicultural character. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 7,074, including 935 Chinese residents, representing 13.20% of the population—a moderate-sized Chinese community that offers relatively convenient living. The main ethnic groups include English (29.23%), Australian (24.88%), Irish (13.77%), Chinese (13.22%), and Scottish (10.32%).
Regarding community safety, based on September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Parkville has a crime rate of 14,461 per 100,000 people, which is 2.12 times the Victorian average (6,810). Parents are advised to visit and assess the area firsthand. As for housing prices, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price is approximately $1.6 million, while apartments have a median price of around $600,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $800 and $660 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, University High School achieved a median VCE study score of 31 and 7.80% 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 75.88/100.
University High School is a government school located in PARKVILLE. It is a co-educational school offering Year 7 to 12 education with approximately 1900 students enrolled. Government schools operate on a zone-based enrolment system. You can check your designated school zone at findmyschool.vic.gov.au.
University High School is located in PARKVILLE. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 7,074. The population density is 1,769 per km². The main ancestries are: English (29.23%), Aust (24.88%), Irish (13.77%), Chinese (13.22%), Scottish (10.32%).
University High School is located in PARKVILLE. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), PARKVILLE has a crime rate of 14,461 per 100,000 population, which is 2.1x the Victorian average (6,810). This is above the Victorian average. We recommend visiting the area in person.
University High School is located in PARKVILLE. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $1.6M and the median unit price is $560K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $800/week, 2-bedroom house $660/week, 3-bedroom unit $1080/week, 2-bedroom unit $750/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025