Pakenham Secondary College
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It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. Pakenham Secondary College is a government secondary school in Pakenham, VIC, for Years 7–12. It had 1,030 students as of 2025 (ACARA). Compare it with nearby schools, check its school zone, and book a tour to see it in person.
Pakenham, VIC 3810
- Years
- 7–12
- Secondary
- Students
- 1,030
- ACARA 2025
- Annual fees
- Not published
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A supportive learning environment fosters individual growth through connection and community engagement.
The school adopts a supportive approach, ensuring each student’s growth through connection and engagement. Various programs, including focus on STEM and extracurricular activities, promote collaboration and develop essential skills for future success in a nurturing environment.
School Overview
Key information about Pakenham Secondary College
| School type | Secondary | Sector | Government |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year levels | 7–12 | Enrolments | 1,030 |
| Early learning | Not confirmed | Teacher–student ratio | 1:12.2 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Principal | Not available |
| Boarding | No | Founded | Not available |
| School type | Secondary |
|---|---|
| Year levels | 7–12 |
| Early learning | Not confirmed |
| Gender | Co-Ed |
| Boarding | No |
| Sector | Government |
|---|---|
| Enrolments | 1,030 |
| Teacher–student ratio | 1:12.2 |
| Principal | Not available |
| Founded | Not available |
Enrolment history
Student composition · 2025
Boys and girls
- Boys
- 554(53.8%)
- Girls
- 476(46.2%)
Language background other than English
- Another language at home
- 27%
- English only
- 72%
- Not stated
- 2%
Location
Pakenham Secondary College
1020 Princes Hwy, Pakenham VIC 3810
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VCE Performance
VCE study scores, completions and baccalaureate outcomes for Pakenham Secondary College
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Year | Median VCE Study Score | % of Study Scores 40+ | % Satisfactory VCE Completions | # VCE Baccalaureate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 26 | 2.7% | 88% | Fewer than 4 |
| 2024 | 27 | 1.2% | 99% | Data not provided |
| 2023 | 29 | 1.9% | 96% | Data not provided |
| 2022 | 28 | 0.6% | 100% | Data not provided |
| 2021 | 26 | 0.6% | 100% | Data not provided |
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