Also known as Emerson Dandenong
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Specialisms: Arts specialisation programs; Food and Hospitality studies; Visual Arts; Media Studies; Child and Aged Care Studies; Wood Technology; Automotive Studies; Science and Horticulture; Music Programs
Co-curricular: Performing Arts; Music, Dance & Performing Arts
Campus & grounds: Technology Centre; Performing Arts Theatre; Gymnasium
Emerson School is also known as Emerson Dandenong.
Emerson School is a small government special school with approximately 371 students. 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.
Emerson School 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.
Emerson School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 5.9:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 45% of the workforce. The student attendance rate is 82%, which is below average.
Emerson School is located in Dandenong, VIC, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 953 (26th 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.