Dandenong High School
Compare Government 7-12 Coeducational , Homestay School
| School Type | Secondary |
|---|---|
| Year Range | 7-12 |
| Address | 92-106 PRINCES HIGHWAY Dandenong VIC 3175 |
| Phone | 03 9792 0561 |
| Website | http://www.dandenonghs.vic.edu.au |
| Gender | Co-Education |
| Region | Metropolitan |
|---|---|
| Students | 1920 |
| Boys | 1012 |
| Girls | 908 |
| ICSEA Value | 920 |
| Aus. Average | 1000 |
| Finances per student | $12,381 |
|---|---|
| Aus. Average per student | $17,550 |
| Australian Government | 21% |
| State/Territory Government | 79% |
| Fees, parent contributions etc | 0% |
| Others | 0% |
| 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | |
| VCE | N/A | N/A | N/A |
1920; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 12.1/1920;89%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 61% | 21% | 14% | 3% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
1931; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 11.9/1922;88%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 59% | 22% | 14% | 4% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
1919; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 11.5/191%926;86%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 57% | 24% | 14% | 5% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
1942; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 11.7/190%961;85%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 36% | 30% | 27% | 7% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
1984; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 11/188%964;84%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 46% | 14% | 31% | 9% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
1976; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 11.9/188%957;83%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 49% | 18% | 21% | 12% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
1930; Full Time Student Teacher Ratio: 11/191%974;42%| Bottom Quarter | Middle Quarters | Top Quarter | ||
| Student Distribution | 43% | 43% | 10% | 4% |
| Australian Average | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% |
About Dandenong High School
Established in 1919, Dandenong High School has a long tradition and an outstanding reputation for providing excellent educational programs. Dandenong High School is a multicultural school, and international students are warmly integrated into the school community. The caring environment engenders in each individual a sense of self-worth, tolerance and the confidence to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing society. The school is currently undergoing a $45 million rebuilding program which encompasses an innovative approach to education. The school’s structure is based on the house system, which encourages a sense of community, develops connectedness to the school and creates a feeling of belonging for all students. The school provides a diverse educational program that offers a broad range of learning programs for Year 10, 11 and 12 students, preparing them for tertiary studies. It has a strong commitment to learning technologies, with the latest computer facilities, multimedia facilities and equipment. The school provides a caring and supportive transition program and celebrates student achievement — academic, sporting and cultural. Specialist programs in English as a Second Language are held in small class sizes. An Accelerated Learning Program is offered to gifted and talented students. All students have access to a wide range of exciting and enriching extracurricular activities such as debating, public speaking, music, drama and dance.
Academic Scholarship
For entry into Year 7. Awarded for academic excellence. Based on a test and an interview.
Costs
$250 Contributes to books and stationery for the duration of enrolment.
Gender
Coeducational
Maximum Tenure
6 years
Contact Details
Mrs Katie Watmough, Associate Principal 03 9792 0561
Performing Arts Scholarship
For entry into Year 7. Based on a recommendation and an interview.
Costs
$250 Contributes to books and stationery for the duration of enrolment.
Gender
Coeducational
Maximum Tenure
6 years
Contact Details
Mrs Katie Watmough, Associate Principal 03 9792 0561
Sporting Scholarship
For entry into Year 7. Based on an application and an interview.
Costs
$250 Contributes to books and stationery for the duration of enrolment.
Gender
Coeducational
Maximum Tenure
6 years
Contact Details
Mrs Katie Watmough, Associate Principal 03 9792 0561
Key Facts
International Fee
Year 10 are $12,210
Year 12 are $13,640
Uniform
The uniform is compulsory and enforced
Size
2100 students all in secondary (Very Big)
423 in VCE level 3/4 Units
149 in VCE VET
Overview of the Curriculum
Math classes are of mixed ability.English classes are of mixed ability.
Languages: French, Japanese, Latin
Overview of senior secondary subjects
70 VCE level 3/4 studies, VET programs available; VCAL Available;Selected senior secondary results
median study score of 25;
satisfactory completions of VCE 95%, of VET 82%
Activities and Support
11 music options; 18 sporting activities; 14 other clubs or activities; 12 support staff.
Destinations
55% to university
33% to TAFE
12% to work
Schools closest to Dandenong High School
| School name | Address | Type | Sector | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dandenong High School Cleeland Campus | Dandenong 3175 | Secondary | Government | 0.27 km |
| Dandenong North Primary School | 117-125 CLEELAND STREETDandenong 3175 | Primary | Government | 0.52 km |
| St Gerard's Primary School | GLADSTONE RDDandenong North 3175 | Primary | Catholic | 0.92 km |
| Dandenong West Primary School | 32 BIRDWOOD AVENUEDandenong 3175 | Primary | Government | 0.82 km |
| Lyndale Greens Primary School | 1 - 19 OAKWOOD AVENUEDandenong North 3175 | Primary | Government | 1.61 km |
| Dandenong Primary School | 174-182 FOSTER STREETDandenong 3175 | Primary | Government | 1.45 km |
| Yarraman Oaks Primary School | 27 LIEGE AVENUENoble Park 3174 | Primary | Government | 1.73 km |
| Dandenong South Primary School | 52 KIRKHAM ROADDandenong 3175 | Primary | Government | 2.16 km |
| Wooranna Park Primary School | 89-105 CARLTON ROADDandenong 3175 | Primary | Government | 2.21 km |
| St John's Regional College | CAROLINE STDandenong 3175 | Secondary | Catholic | 1.98 km |