Nossal High School

Nossal High School is a selective public school located in Berwick, in Melbourne's southeast. It is a co-educational school offering education from Years 9 to 12, with approximately 800 students enrolled. As a selective public school, it is not bound by catchment zones and admits students through a competitive entrance examination.

According to VCAA 2025 data, Nossal High School demonstrates excellent academic performance, with a median ATAR of 37 and 32.40% of students achieving an ATAR of 40 or above. In the AU Guide academic rankings, the school ranks 2nd among Victorian public schools. After considering multiple factors including Chinese population ratio and community safety, AU Guide gives the school a comprehensive score of 96.40.

The school is located in the Berwick area, which has a favorable community environment. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 50,298 people, including 3,041 Chinese residents, representing 6.00% of the population—a relatively low Chinese ratio. The main ethnic groups include English (29.09%), Australian (26.88%), Irish (7.81%), Scottish (7.77%), and Indian (7.43%).

In terms of safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Berwick's crime rate is 5,008 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.74 times the Victorian average (6,810), significantly lower than the state average, making it a very safe area. Regarding the property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in the area is approximately $900,000, with apartments at approximately $700,000. In the rental market, weekly rent for 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses is approximately $550 and $470 respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $550 and $