Minaret College

Minaret College is a private co-educational school located in Officer, on the outskirts of Melbourne, offering comprehensive education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 2,900 students enrolled. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance, so families considering enrollment are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process.

According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's academic performance shows a VCE median score of 28, with 3.70% of students achieving scores of 40 or above. Taking into account factors including Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide gives the school a comprehensive rating of 55.00 points.

The school is located in Officer, which has a good community environment. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 18,503, including 410 Chinese residents, representing 2.20% of the population - a relatively low Chinese proportion. The main ethnic groups include English (28.67%), Australian (28.02%), Indian (9.40%), Irish (6.67%), and Scottish (6.53%).

In terms of safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Officer has a crime rate of 6,556 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.96 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it below the state average and considered a relatively safe area. Regarding property prices, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $700,000, with apartments at around $500,000; in the rental market, weekly rent for 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses respectively