St Arnaud Secondary College

St Arnaud Secondary College is a co-educational public school located in St Arnaud, Victoria, offering education from Years 7 to 12 with approximately 200 students enrolled. As a public school, admission is based on school zones, which can be checked through findmyschool.vic.gov.au.

In terms of academic performance, according to 2025 VCAA data, the school's median study score is 24, with 1.60% of students achieving scores above 40. Taking into account the local community environment and other comprehensive factors, AU Guide assigns an overall rating of 21.50.

The St Arnaud area has the typical characteristics of an Australian rural community. According to 2021 ABS census data, the total population is 2,318 people, of which only 6 are Chinese, representing 0.30% - a relatively low proportion. The main ethnic composition includes English ancestry at 44.61%, Australian ancestry at 43.44%, Scottish ancestry at 12.73%, Irish ancestry at 12.51%, and German ancestry at 3.93%.

Regarding community safety, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, St Arnaud's crime rate is 9,448 per 100,000 people, approximately 1.39 times the Victorian average (6,810), which is slightly higher than the state average. Parents are advised to investigate the specific circumstances further.

In terms of the property market, according to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the local median house price is approximately $300,000, with weekly rent for 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses at approximately $400 and $340 respectively. Overall living costs are relatively low.