Mentone Girls' Grammar School

Mentone Girls' Grammar School is a private girls' school located in Mentone, southeast Melbourne, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 600 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school achieved a median ATAR of 35, with 20.60% of students scoring 40 and above, ranking within the top 50 Victorian private schools for academic performance in the AU Guide rankings.

As a private school, tuition fees are considerable, and popular schools typically require enrollment several years in advance, so families interested in applying are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process. The school is situated in Mentone, which offers a favorable community environment. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 13,197, including 658 Chinese residents representing 5.00% of the population, which is relatively low. The main ethnic groups include English (35.93%), Australian (28.01%), Irish (13.50%), Scottish (10.87%), and Italian (5.96%).

From a safety perspective, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Mentone's crime rate is 5,486 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.81 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a safe area. The local real estate market is relatively stable. According to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price is approximately $1.3 million and the median apartment price is around $700,000. For rentals, 3-bedroom houses average $680 per week, 2-bedroom houses $580 per week, while apartments rent for $690 and $550 respectively. Taking into account factors such as Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide gives this school a comprehensive score of 89.80.