Government co-ed secondary (Years 7–12), 744 students, Upwey, Dandenong Ranges, Victoria.
NAPLAN in line with national year-level averages and a median ATAR of 56.0; the result is a B- overall.
Upwey High School is also known as Upwey HS and UHS Upwey.
Median ATAR 56.0 ranks #389 of 522 Victoria schools. Within Victoria Government schools, ranks #182 of 295.
Upwey High School draws students from the Upwey High School (and 1 more zone).
Upwey High School has an overall SchoolRank score of 48.7/100, rated "Slightly below 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 1048 (67th percentile; the national average is 1,000).
In 2025 NAPLAN testing at Upwey High School, Year 7 students averaged 542 across the tested NAPLAN domains, in line with the national average of 540 for that year level, and Year 9 students averaged 551, below 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.
Upwey High School is a medium-sized government secondary school with approximately 744 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.
Upwey 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.
Upwey High School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.4:1. This is below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 27% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 87%, which is below average.
Upwey High School has a median ATAR of 56.0.
Upwey High School is located in Upwey, VIC, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 1048 (67th 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.