MacKillop Catholic Regional College

MacKillop Catholic Regional College is a private Catholic coeducational school located in Werribee, in Melbourne's western suburbs. The school serves Years 7-12 with approximately 1,700 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school achieved a median study score of 29, with 4.70% of students scoring 40 or above.

The Werribee area has a population of 50,027 residents, including 1,400 Chinese residents representing 2.80% of the population, which is relatively low. The main ethnic groups in the area are British (25.46%), Australian (25.36%), Italian (7.48%), Irish (7.28%), and Indian (7.05%). Regarding community safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Werribee's crime rate is 8,721 per 100,000 people, slightly above the Victorian average of 6,810, approximately 1.28 times the state average.

Property prices in the area are relatively affordable. Based on Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the local median house price is approximately $600,000, while the median apartment price is around $400,000. In the rental market, weekly rent for 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses is approximately $460 and $410 respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for around $450 and $420 per week respectively.

As a private school, tuition fees are high, and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance, so parents are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process. Considering factors such as academic performance, Chinese population proportion, and community safety, AU Guide gives this school an overall rating of 59.30 points.