Xavier College

Xavier College is a private boys' school located in Kew, in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, offering comprehensive education from Prep to Year 12 with approximately 1,600 current students. According to 2025 VCAA data, the school demonstrates strong academic performance with a median study score of 33 and 15.20% of students achieving scores above 40, ranking within the top 100 Victorian private schools academically according to AU Guide.

The school is situated in Kew, an established middle-class community. Based on the 2021 ABS census, the area has a total population of 24,499, including 3,974 Chinese residents representing 16.20% of the population, creating a moderate-sized Chinese community with convenient living conditions. The main ethnic composition includes British 29.09%, Australian 23.83%, Chinese 16.22%, Irish 13.21%, and Scottish 9.85%. From a safety perspective, according to September 2025 Crime Statistics Agency data, Kew's crime rate is 5,563 per 100,000 people, which is only 0.82 times the Victorian average, making it a relatively safe area.

Property prices in the area are high. According to Data Vic's first quarter 2025 data, the median house price is approximately $2.7 million, while apartments have a median price of around $800,000. For rentals, 3-bedroom houses rent for approximately $820 per week, 2-bedroom houses around $650 per week, with apartment rentals relatively stable. As a private school, Xavier College has high fees, and popular private schools typically require families to join waiting lists several years in advance, so parents are advised to contact the school early to understand the specific application process. Considering multiple factors including Chinese population proportion and community safety, AU Guide gives this school a comprehensive score of 88.70.