Damascus College

Damascus College is a co-educational private school located in Mount Clear, Victoria, serving students in Years 7-12 with approximately 1,200 enrolled students. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median score of 30, with 5.40% of students achieving scores above 40. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance, so interested families are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process.

The school is situated in Mount Clear, which offers an excellent community environment. Based on 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 3,671 residents, including 87 Chinese residents representing 2.40% of the population, which is relatively low. The main ethnic groups include English (39.61%), Australian (38.14%), Irish (14.66%), Scottish (13.27%), and German (4.79%). The area demonstrates excellent safety performance, with September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data showing Mount Clear has a crime rate of 4,168 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.61 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area.

Regarding housing costs, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $600,000, with apartments at around $400,000. Weekly rental rates are approximately $400 for 3-bedroom houses and $370 for 2-bedroom houses, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $400 and $360 respectively. Taking into consideration factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives this school an overall rating of 60.10 points.