Rutherglen High School

Rutherglen High School is a public co-educational school located in Rutherglen, regional Victoria, offering education from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 300 students enrolled. As a public school, it operates under a zoned enrollment system, and parents can check specific catchment areas at findmyschool.vic.gov.au.

According to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median VCE score is 25, with 1.00% of students achieving scores above 40. Taking into account various factors including Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide has assigned a comprehensive rating of 15.90.

From a community perspective, the Rutherglen area offers a pleasant living environment. Based on 2021 ABS census data, the region has a total population of 2,579, including 17 Chinese residents, representing 0.70% of the population - a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic groups include British (45.83%), Australian (42.54%), Irish (16.01%), Scottish (12.99%), and German (6.17%).

The area maintains good security conditions. According to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Rutherglen's crime rate is 4,149 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.61 times the Victorian average (6,810), significantly below the state average and classified as a very safe area. Regarding property prices, Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data shows the area's median house price is approximately $600,000 AUD.