Minaret College

Minaret College is a private co-educational school located in Springvale, in Melbourne's southeast, offering education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 2,900 students enrolled. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median study score of 27, with 3.50% of students achieving scores above 40. After considering factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives the school a comprehensive rating of 54.40.

The school is situated in Springvale, one of Melbourne's major Chinese residential communities. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 22,174, including 4,882 Chinese residents, representing 22.00% of the population. The main ethnic groups include Vietnamese (23.06%), Chinese (22.02%), British (7.84%), Australian (6.55%), and Indian (5.69%), creating a multicultural community environment.

Regarding safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Springvale has a crime rate of 11,581 per 100,000 people, which is 1.70 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it slightly higher than the state average. In terms of real estate, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $900,000, while the median apartment price is around $600,000. In the rental market, weekly rents for 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses are approximately $550 and $480 respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $570 and $460 per week respectively.

As a private school, Minaret College has higher fees, and popular schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance. Interested families are advised to contact the school early to understand the application process.