Mt Hira College

Mt Hira College is a co-educational private school located in Keysborough in Melbourne's southeast, offering a complete educational program from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 800 students. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median ATAR is 30, with 6.30% of students achieving an ATAR of 40 or above. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and its popularity requires parents to join waiting lists several years in advance. Families interested in the school are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process.

The school is situated in Keysborough, which offers an excellent community environment. According to the 2021 ABS Census data, the area has a total population of 30,018, including 5,704 Chinese residents, representing 19.00% of the population - a moderate-sized Chinese community with convenient living amenities. The area features diverse ethnic composition, including Chinese (19.00%), Vietnamese (11.58%), British (11.35%), Australian (11.27%), and Indian (7.31%) residents. The area demonstrates outstanding safety performance, with Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 showing Keysborough's crime rate at 4,930 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.72 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area.

Regarding the property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the area's median house price is approximately $900,000, with apartments at around $700,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $550 and $480 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $570 and $460 per week respectively. Taking into consideration factors such as academic performance, Chinese population ratio, and community safety, AU Guide gives this school a comprehensive rating of 69.00 points.