The release of the 2025 WACE ATAR results has once again placed a spotlight on Western Australia’s highest-performing secondary schools. Each year, ATAR outcomes provide valuable insight into both top-end academic achievement and whole-cohort performance, helping students, families, and educators better understand how schools compare across the state.
Top Highlights from the 2025 WACE ATAR Release
The 2025 WACE results highlight strong academic outcomes across a diverse range of Western Australian schools, with both independent and public institutions represented among the state’s top performers.
Key themes from this year’s data include:
- Strong top-end ATAR attainment, with several schools reporting high proportions of students achieving 90+ and 95+ ATARs
- Continued dominance of well-resourced independent schools in top percentile bands
- Growing visibility of public and regional schools achieving competitive results
- Evidence that median ATAR remains one of the most reliable indicators of consistent cohort performance
Top Performing Schools in WA — 2025
The following tables highlight schools that excelled across different ATAR benchmarks. Each ranking reflects a different dimension of academic performance, from elite outcomes to broader cohort strength.
Top Performing Schools by Median ATAR (2025)
Top Schools by Percentage of ATAR 99+ (2025)
Top Schools by Percentage of ATAR 95+ (2025)
Top Schools by Percentage of ATAR 90+ (2025)
Top 10 Private Schools in Western Australia (2025)
Based on combined performance across median ATAR and high-ATAR percentages, private schools continued to dominate the upper tiers of the WACE rankings in 2025. Schools such as Carmel School, Methodist Ladies’ College, and Christ Church Grammar School demonstrated both elite outcomes and strong whole-cohort results, reflecting sustained academic investment and depth across subject areas.
Top 10 Public Schools in Western Australia (2025)
Public schools also featured prominently, particularly those with selective entry pathways or strong academic cultures. Schools including Rossmoyne Senior High School, Shenton College, and Applecross Senior High School showcased that high academic achievement is not limited to the independent sector, especially when supported by experienced teaching teams and stable cohorts.
What This Means for Parents and Students
The 2025 WACE results reinforce the importance of looking beyond a single ranking. While top-end ATAR percentages highlight elite performance, metrics such as median ATAR and ATAR 80+ or 90+ rates offer a clearer picture of how consistently a school supports its students. Families are encouraged to consider school culture, subject offerings, and cohort size alongside raw results.
Final Takeaways
The 2025 WACE ATAR data reflects a strong year for Western Australian students, with high achievement spread across both independent and public schools. While rankings provide useful benchmarks, the broader story is one of depth, consistency, and diverse pathways to success — reminding us that academic excellence can take many forms.
