University High is a progressive, inquiry-led government secondary in Parkville known for academic rigour across sciences, music, sport and the performing arts.
NAPLAN averaging +45 above national year-level averages and a median ATAR of 73.0; the result is a B overall.
University High is a progressive, inquiry-led government secondary in Parkville known for academic rigour across sciences, music, sport and the performing arts. The Elizabeth Blackburn Sciences program attracts selective entry students seeking specialist tuition and dedicated facilities. Strong support infrastructure includes EAL/D services, dedicated learning support, and an acceleration program for advanced learners. The school fosters a tight-knit community through instrumental music, annual musicals and a comprehensive sports program. It suits engaged families seeking both challenge and pastoral care.
Median ATAR 73.0 ranks #109 of 529 Victoria schools. Within Victoria Government schools, ranks #24 of 297 (top 8%).
University High School draws students from the University High School (and 1 more zone).
University High School has an overall SchoolRank score of 64.4/100, rated "Good". This score is calculated from academic results, student growth, wellbeing, extracurricular programs, and value for money. Academically, the school scores 69/100, indicating moderate performance relative to other Australian schools. The school's ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) is 1117, well above the national average of 1,000.
In 2025 NAPLAN testing at University High School, Year 7 students averaged 583 across the tested NAPLAN domains, well above the national average of 540 for that year level, and Year 9 students averaged 616, well above the national average of 569 for that year level. Relative to national year-level averages, the school's strongest domain is Numeracy. 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.
University High School is a large government secondary school with approximately 1,983 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.
University 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 has a value score of 73/100 on SchoolRank, which compares educational outcomes relative to cost, government schools typically score well on this measure.
University High School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.2:1. This is below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 24% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 88%, which is moderate.
University High School has a median ATAR of 73.0. The apparent retention rate from Year 10 to Year 12 is 339%, indicating how many students stay through to graduation.
University High School is located in Parkville, VIC, classified as a major cities school. With an ICSEA of 1117 (88th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is above average, families tend to have higher education and income levels. 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.