Cornish College

Cornish College is a private co-educational school located in Bangholme in Melbourne's southeast, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 700 students enrolled. According to VCAA 2025 data, the school has a median score of 30, with 5.00% of students achieving scores above 40. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide gives it an overall rating of 61.00.

The school is situated in the Bangholme community, which has a relatively small population. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 749 people, including 11 Chinese residents, representing just 1.50% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The community's main ethnic composition consists primarily of British (39.52%) and Australian (31.38%) heritage, followed by Scottish (10.15%), Irish (8.55%), and Italian (4.14%).

Regarding community safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Bangholme has a crime rate of 9,346 per 100,000 people, which is 1.37 times the Victorian average (6,810), slightly higher than the state average. In terms of housing costs, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, weekly rental prices in the area are approximately $550 for 3-bedroom houses and $480 for 2-bedroom houses, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $570 and $460 respectively.

As a private school, Cornish College has high tuition fees. Popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance, so families with interest are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process and requirements.