Also known as CWSC, Cranbourne West SC and CWSC Cranbourne West
NAPLAN in line with national year-level averages, solid student growth, and a median ATAR of 95.0; the result is a B+ overall.
Found by SchoolRank’s AI on Cranbourne West Secondary College’s website.
Specialisms: Advanced mathematics program; HARMONIX Instrumental Music Academy; Magnum Opus Program
Learning support: Supported Inclusion School
Co-curricular: Instrumental music programs; Sport
Cranbourne West Secondary College is also known as CWSC, Cranbourne West SC and CWSC Cranbourne West.
Median ATAR 95.0 ranks #1 of 522 Victoria schools (#1 statewide). Within Victoria Government schools, ranks #1 of 295 (#1 in sector).
Cranbourne West Secondary College draws students from the Cranbourne West Secondary College (and 1 more zone).
Cranbourne West Secondary College has an overall SchoolRank score of 65.3/100, rated "Good". This score is calculated from academic results, student growth, wellbeing, programs, and value for money. Academically, the school grades B (Average) against other Australian schools. The school's ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) is 985 (40th percentile; the national average is 1,000). Notably, student growth grades B+ (Good).
In 2025 NAPLAN testing at Cranbourne West Secondary College, Year 7 students averaged 531 across the tested NAPLAN domains, in line with the national average of 540 for that year level, and Year 9 students averaged 568, in line with the national average of 569 for that year level. National averages are specific to each year level, because NAPLAN scores are scaled so older year levels score higher. A school-wide average can't be compared with a single national figure.
Cranbourne West Secondary College is a large government secondary school with approximately 1,624 students. It offers education for years 7-11. As a government school, enrolment is generally available to students living within the school's designated catchment zone. Families outside the zone may apply for out-of-area placement subject to availability.
Cranbourne West Secondary College is a government school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may be asked to contribute to voluntary school fees covering materials, excursions, and activities. The school grades B (Average) for value for money, which weighs academic results against the cost of attendance.
Cranbourne West Secondary College has a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.0:1. This is below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 35% of the workforce. The student attendance rate is 96%, which is excellent.
Cranbourne West Secondary College has a median ATAR of 95.0.
Cranbourne West Secondary College is located in Cranbourne West, VIC, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 985 (40th percentile; the national average is 1,000). ICSEA measures the advantage of a school's community, from its parents' education and occupation, not the school's quality. A school with a lower ICSEA and strong academic results may be teaching particularly effectively.