Top 20 VIC Private
Yarra Valley Grammar
Ringwood
, Melbourne
Kalinda Rd, Ringwood VIC 3134, Australia
VCE Academic Performance
Source: VCAA | Updated: 2025
Methodology
95.28
AU Guide Score
Top 4%
35
VCE Median Score
Top 5%
23.8%
40+ Score Rate
Top 4%
364
VCE Students
Top 12%
Academic
76.4/80.0
Excellent
Uni Focus
9.5/10.0
Very Strong
VCE Rate
5.0/5.0
High
Size
4.4/5.0
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.
Ringwood Community & Property
Population
19,144
Total Population
1,892
Density/km²
Area Safety
Higher Risk
Safety Rating
15,357
Local Crime Rate
6,810
VIC Average
Main Ethnicities
14.9%
Chinese
29.4%
English
25.9%
Aust
9.3%
Irish
8.6%
Scottish
Property Prices
$1.1M
House Median
+55.0%
10yr Growth
$599K
Unit Median
+42.0%
10yr Growth
Weekly Rent
$600
3BR House
$520
2BR House
$630
3BR Unit
$500
2BR Unit
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School Overview
About This School
Yarra Valley Grammar is a co-educational private school located in Ringwood, in Melbourne's eastern suburbs. The school offers education from Prep to Year 12 and has approximately 1,800 students. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median ATAR score is 35, with 23.80% of students achieving scores above 40. It ranks 16th among Victorian private schools in AU Guide's academic rankings.
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 specific application process. Taking into account multiple factors including the proportion of Chinese residents and community safety, AU Guide gives the school an overall rating of 94.20 points.
The school is located in Ringwood, which has a relatively well-established Chinese community. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 19,144, including 2,853 Chinese residents, representing 14.90% of the population. This represents a moderate-sized Chinese community with convenient living conditions. The main ethnic groups include English (29.36%), Australian (25.88%), Chinese (14.90%), Irish (9.30%), and Scottish (8.59%).
Regarding housing costs, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in Ringwood is approximately $1.1 million, while the median apartment price is around $600,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $600 and $520 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $630 and $500 per week respectively. It should be noted that according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, the area's crime rate is 15,357 per ten
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 specific application process. Taking into account multiple factors including the proportion of Chinese residents and community safety, AU Guide gives the school an overall rating of 94.20 points.
The school is located in Ringwood, which has a relatively well-established Chinese community. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 19,144, including 2,853 Chinese residents, representing 14.90% of the population. This represents a moderate-sized Chinese community with convenient living conditions. The main ethnic groups include English (29.36%), Australian (25.88%), Chinese (14.90%), Irish (9.30%), and Scottish (8.59%).
Regarding housing costs, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in Ringwood is approximately $1.1 million, while the median apartment price is around $600,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $600 and $520 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $630 and $500 per week respectively. It should be noted that according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, the area's crime rate is 15,357 per ten
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VCAA 2025 data, Yarra Valley Grammar achieved a median VCE study score of 35 and 23.80% of students scored 40 or above. Based on AU Guide's academic ranking, the school is ranked #15 among Victorian private schools. The AU Guide overall score is 95.28/100.
Yarra Valley Grammar is an independent school located in RINGWOOD. It is a co-educational school offering Prep to Year 12 education with approximately 1800 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.
Yarra Valley Grammar is located in RINGWOOD. According to the 2021 ABS Census, the suburb has a population of 19,144. The population density is 1,892 per km². The main ancestries are: English (29.36%), Aust (25.88%), Chinese (14.90%), Irish (9.30%), Scottish (8.59%).
Yarra Valley Grammar is located in RINGWOOD. According to Crime Statistics Agency Victoria data (September 2025), RINGWOOD has a crime rate of 15,357 per 100,000 population, which is 2.3x the Victorian average (6,810). This is above the Victorian average. We recommend visiting the area in person.
Yarra Valley Grammar is located in RINGWOOD. Based on Data Vic Q1 2025 data, the median house price is $1.1M and the median unit price is $599K. Typical weekly rents are: 3-bedroom house $600/week, 2-bedroom house $520/week, 3-bedroom unit $630/week, 2-bedroom unit $500/week.
Data sources: VCAA 2025 | ABS Census 2021 | VIC Crime Statistics Agency 2025 | VIC Land 2025