Caulfield Grammar School

Caulfield Grammar School is a high-quality private coeducational school located in Wheelers Hill in Melbourne's eastern suburbs. The school offers complete education from Prep to Year 12, with approximately 3,400 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school achieved a median score of 34, with 20.90% of students scoring 40 or above. It ranks in the top 50 Victorian private schools for academic performance according to AU Guide rankings, demonstrating excellent teaching quality.

The school is situated in Wheelers Hill, one of Melbourne's major Chinese residential communities. Based on 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 20,652, including 5,122 Chinese residents, representing 24.80% of the population. The main ethnic groups include Chinese (24.80%), British (19.10%), Australian (16.36%), Italian (6.36%), and Greek (6.28%), creating a multicultural community environment.

In terms of safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Wheelers Hill has a crime rate of only 2,978 per 100,000 people, which is 0.44 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area. Regarding property prices, based on Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $1.5 million, with apartments at around $900,000. Weekly rental rates are approximately $640 for 3-bedroom houses and $550 for 2-bedroom houses, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for about $680 and $600 respectively.

Taking into account factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives this school a comprehensive rating of 93.00 points. As a private school, fees are high and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance, so interested families are advised to apply early.