Patterson River Secondary College

Primary feeders

• Carrum Primary School — Carrum
• Patterson Lakes Primary School — Patterson Lakes
• Bonbeach Primary School — Bonbeach
• Seaford Primary School — Seaford
• Seaford Park Primary School — Seaford
• Belvedere Park Primary School — Seaford
• Chelsea Primary School — Chelsea
• Chelsea Heights Primary School — Chelsea Heights
• Banyan Fields Primary School — Carrum Downs

Junior secondary

• Patterson River Secondary College — Seaford

Senior secondary

• Patterson River Secondary College — Seaford

Is Patterson River Secondary College a good school?

Patterson River Secondary College has an overall SchoolRank score of 45.6/100, rated "Average". This score is calculated from academic results, student growth, wellbeing, extracurricular programs, and value for money. Academically, the school scores 52/100, indicating moderate performance relative to other Australian schools. The school's ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) is 1015, above the national average of 1,000.

What are the NAPLAN results for Patterson River Secondary College?

In 2025 NAPLAN testing at Patterson River Secondary College, Year 7 students averaged 541 across the tested NAPLAN domains, in line with the national average of 540 for that year level, and Year 9 students averaged 561, 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.

How do I enrol my child at Patterson River Secondary College?

Patterson River Secondary College is a large government secondary school with approximately 1,268 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.

What are the fees for Patterson River Secondary College?

Patterson River 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 has a value score of 55/100 on SchoolRank, which compares educational outcomes relative to cost, government schools typically score well on this measure.

What are class sizes like at Patterson River Secondary College?

Patterson River Secondary College has a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.8:1. This is below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 30% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 85%, which is moderate.

What are the Year 12 and ATAR results for Patterson River Secondary College?

Patterson River Secondary College has a median ATAR of 60.0. The Year 12 completion rate is 98%.

What is the community like at Patterson River Secondary College?

Patterson River Secondary College is located in Seaford, VIC, classified as a major cities school. With an ICSEA of 1015 (54th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is around the national average. ICSEA measures the educational advantage of a school's community, not the school's quality, a lower ICSEA school with strong academic scores may indicate particularly effective teaching.