Lilydale High School serves gifted and vocational learners across the Yarra Ranges.
NAPLAN in line with national year-level averages and a median ATAR of 56.0; the result is a B overall.
Lilydale High School serves gifted and vocational learners across the Yarra Ranges. Its Select Entry Accelerated Learning Program (SEALP) draws high-achieving students, while the school's VET pathway and VCE Vocational Major support those pursuing hands-on trades and careers. The Zoology Centre, home to an extensive reptile collection, anchors a distinctive science focus. Students also access the Yarra Ranges Tech School and can pursue instrumental music or the Excellence In Sport Program. An after-school study hub supports learners navigating the school's academically intense environment. The school suits capable students wanting either acceleration or vocational direction, with notable depth in science and the arts.
Lilydale High School is also known as Lilydale HS and LHS Lilydale.
Median ATAR 56.0 ranks #389 of 522 Victoria schools. Within Victoria Government schools, ranks #182 of 295.
Lilydale High School draws students from the Lilydale High School (and 1 more zone).
Lilydale High School has an overall SchoolRank score of 50/100, rated "Average". 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 1013 (53rd percentile; the national average is 1,000).
In 2025 NAPLAN testing at Lilydale High School, Year 7 students averaged 538 across the tested NAPLAN domains, in line with the national average of 540 for that year level, and Year 9 students averaged 564, 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.
Lilydale High School is a large government secondary school with approximately 1,424 students. It offers education for years 7-12. 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.
Lilydale High School is not a selective school as a whole, but it runs a test-entry SEAL program alongside its regular intake. Entry is through the SEAL entrance exam (Edutest or ACER HAST, administered per school). The main entry point is Year 7. Applications go through the official state process, and entry cutoff marks are not published.
Lilydale High 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. The school grades B (Average) for value for money, which weighs academic results against the cost of attendance.
Lilydale High School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.7:1. This is below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 23% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care.
Lilydale High School has a median ATAR of 56.0.
Lilydale High School is located in Lilydale, VIC, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 1013 (53rd 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.