Northcote High School

Northcote High School is a co-educational public school located in Northcote, in Melbourne's northern suburbs. The school serves grades 7-12 and has approximately 1,700 students. As a public school, it operates on a zoned enrollment system, and parents can check catchment area information through findmyschool.vic.gov.au.

Academically, according to 2025 VCAA data, the school has a median study score of 31, with 9.00% of students achieving scores above 40. In AU Guide's academic rankings for Victorian public schools, Northcote High School ranks in the top 50, achieving an overall score of 78.10 points when factors such as Chinese population proportion and community safety are considered.

The school is situated in Northcote, which offers a positive community environment. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 25,276, including 916 Chinese residents, representing 3.60% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups include English (34.29%), Australian (27.55%), Irish (16.13%), Scottish (12.50%), and Italian (9.27%).

In terms of safety, September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data shows Northcote has a crime rate of 6,504 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.96 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a relatively safe area. Regarding property prices, Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data indicates a median house price of approximately $1.7 million and a median apartment price of around $600,000, with moderate rental levels.