Victoria University Secondary College

Victoria University Secondary College is a public coeducational school located in Cairnlea, in Melbourne's western suburbs. The school serves Years 7-12 and has approximately 1,200 students. As a public school, enrollment is based on designated school zones, with specific zone information available at findmyschool.vic.gov.au.

According to 2025 VCAA data, the school achieved a median study score of 29, with 3.30% of students scoring 40 or above. In AU Guide's academic rankings, the school places within the top 100 Victorian public schools. Taking into account factors such as Chinese community presence and community safety, AU Guide gives the school an overall rating of 55.00.

The school is situated in Cairnlea, an area with a strong multicultural environment. Based on 2021 ABS census data, the local population is 10,038, including 1,244 Chinese residents (12.40%), creating a moderate-sized Chinese community with good amenities. The main ethnic groups include Vietnamese (29.98%), Chinese (12.39%), Australian (9.26%), Filipino (6.93%), and British (6.42%).

Regarding community safety, 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data shows Cairnlea has a crime rate of 3,407 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.50 times the Victorian average (6,810), making it a very safe area. For housing, Data Vic's 2025 first quarter figures show median house prices around $900,000 and apartment prices around $400,000. In the rental market, 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom houses rent for approximately $480 per week.