Our Lady of Sion College

Our Lady of Sion College is a private girls' school located in Box Hill in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, offering education for Years 7-12 with approximately 900 students enrolled. As a private school, tuition fees are relatively high, and popular schools typically require families to apply several years in advance, so interested families are advised to familiarize themselves with the application process early.

According to 2025 VCAA data, the school achieved a median study score of 32, with 13.60% of students scoring 40 or above. It ranks within the top 100 in AU Guide's academic rankings for Victorian private schools. Taking into account multiple factors including Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide has given it an overall rating of 86.10 points.

Box Hill is one of Melbourne's major Chinese residential communities. According to 2021 ABS census data, the area has a total population of 14,353, with 6,684 Chinese residents, representing 46.60% of the population. The main ethnic groups include Chinese (46.57%), British (15.68%), Australian (11.29%), Irish (5.08%), and Indian (4.53%).

Regarding property prices, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price in Box Hill is approximately $1.7 million, while the median apartment price is around $500,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $630 and $520 per week respectively, while 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments rent for approximately $660 and $580 per week respectively. It's worth noting that according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, the area's crime rate is 13,029 per 100,000 people, approximately 1.91 times the Victorian average, so parents are advised to research the specific safety situation when considering schools.