Ivanhoe Grammar School

Ivanhoe Grammar School is a private co-educational school located in Mernda, in Melbourne's northern suburbs. The school offers education from Prep to Year 12 and currently has approximately 2,400 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median ATAR is 34, with 21.00% of students achieving an ATAR of 40 or above. The school ranks in the top 50 among Victorian private schools in AU Guide's academic rankings.

The school is situated in Mernda, an area with an excellent environment. According to 2021 ABS census data, the region has a total population of 23,369, including 693 Chinese residents, representing 3.00% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups include Australian (22.92%), British (21.00%), Indian (11.41%), Italian (9.98%), and Irish (5.73%).

From a safety perspective, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Mernda's crime rate is 4,887 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.72 times the Victorian average (6,810). This rate is significantly below the state average, making it a very safe area.

Regarding property, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $700,000, while the median apartment price is around $400,000. In the rental market, weekly rent for 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses is approximately $520 and $460 respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for around $510 and $450 per week respectively.

Taking into account factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives the school an overall score of 84.60. As a private school, fees are high, and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance, so parents are advised