Each December, WACE ATAR results arrive with excitement, nerves, and big conversations about pathways, universities, and future careers. For many Year 12 students in Western Australia, 2025 marked the end of a long journey of hard work — from internal assessment deadlines to external exams and everything in between.
This year’s results show not just strong individual performances, but also some clear patterns in what helps students succeed, and a few stand-out schools that consistently produce top outcomes. Whether you’re a parent helping navigate pathways, or a student planning your next steps — this breakdown will give you a clear, insightful look at how WA’s Class of 2025 performed.
KIS Summary:
- Overview of the WACE 2025 ATAR results
- Ranks top schools based on the 2025 WACE ATAR result.
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Top Highlights from the 2025 WACE ATAR Release
📌 Highest ATAR Achievement — 18 students achieved the highest possible ATAR of 99.95 this year — a remarkable testament to sustained effort and academic achievement across a challenging suite of subjects.
📌 Strong Subject Performance — Across the state, Mathematics Specialist topped the median ATAR charts, followed by Mathematics Methods, Chemistry, Physics and Literature, reflecting the deep engagement with advanced numeracy and humanities across high-performing cohorts.
📌 Multiple Pathways Recognised — Western Australia also celebrated thousands of individual awards, including General Exhibitions, Subject Exhibitions and VET Exhibitions, recognising excellence across academic and vocational pathways.
🏆 Top Performing Schools in WA — 2025
| School | Location | Sector | Why They Stand Out | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Perth Modern School | North Perth | Public selective | Consistently ranked the top academic school in WA, with the highest concentration of award-winning students. |
| 2 | Christ Church Grammar School | Claremont | Independent | Strong ATAR outcomes and high numbers of subject-level awards. |
| 3 | Willetton Senior High School | Willetton | Public | Produced the Beazley Medal: WACE winner and many top performers. |
| 4 | Rossmoyne Senior High School | Rossmoyne | Public | Strong showing in subject awards and a Beazley Medal: VET recipient. |
| 5 | Methodist Ladies' College | Claremont | Independent | Regularly among WA’s top private schools for ATAR performance. |
| 6 | St Hilda’s Anglican School for Girls | Kalamunda | Independent | Well-rounded academic outcomes and strong humanities performance. |
| 7 | Carmel School | Morrell Park | Independent | High proportion of 90+ ATARs across fields. |
| 8 | Hale School | Wembley Downs | Independent | Strong top-end results and tradition of excellence. |
| 9 | St Mary’s Anglican Girls’ School | Karrinyup | Independent | Consistent academic performers with high top end achievement. |
| 10 | Applecross Senior High School | Applecross | Public | Repeatedly ranks high in WACE ATAR performance. |
Note: Since the School Curriculum and Standards Authority no longer publishes official median ATAR rankings, this list is based on the latest available independent rankings and award results analysis, including the number of subject exhibitions and top ATAR students.
Top 10 Private Schools in Western Australia
| School | Location | Type | Why They Perform Well | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Christ Church Grammar School | Claremont | Independent boys | Consistently strong ATAR distribution, high number of subject exhibitions and deep academic extension programs. |
| 2 | Methodist Ladies’ College | Claremont | Independent girls | Excellent academic culture with strong humanities and science outcomes year after year. |
| 3 | St Hilda’s Anglican School for Girls | Kalamunda | Independent girls | High proportion of 90+ ATARs supported by structured senior study programs. |
| 4 | Hale School | Wembley Downs | Independent boys | Strong top-end ATAR performance with a long tradition of academic excellence. |
| 5 | Carmel School | Dianella | Independent co-educational | High academic consistency and strong median ATARs across multiple subjects. |
| 6 | St Mary’s Anglican Girls’ School | Karrinyup | Independent girls | Balanced academic results with strong performance in English and sciences. |
| 7 | Scotch College | Swanbourne | Independent boys | Reliable academic outcomes supported by strong teaching continuity. |
| 8 | Presbyterian Ladies’ College | Peppermint Grove | Independent girls | Solid ATAR outcomes with emphasis on academic discipline and exam preparation. |
| 9 | Guildford Grammar School | Guildford | Independent co-educational | Strong senior pathways and improving top-end ATAR results. |
| 10 | Aquinas College | Salter Point | Independent boys | Consistent academic results and strong performance in ATAR maths and sciences. |
Top 10 Public Schools in Western Australia
| School | Location | Type | Why They Perform Well | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Perth Modern School | North Perth | Selective public | WA’s top academic public school, producing the highest concentration of elite ATARs and subject exhibitions. |
| 2 | Willetton Senior High School | Willetton | Public | Produced the Beazley Medal: WACE winner and multiple high-ATAR students. |
| 3 | Rossmoyne Senior High School | Rossmoyne | Public | Consistently strong ATAR outcomes and award-winning academic programs. |
| 4 | Applecross Senior High School | Applecross | Public | High median ATARs supported by a strong academic culture. |
| 5 | Shenton College | Shenton Park | Public | Large cohort with consistent top-end performance across multiple subjects. |
| 6 | Churchlands Senior High School | Churchlands | Public | Strong academic extension programs and subject breadth. |
| 7 | Duncraig Senior High School | Duncraig | Public | Reliable ATAR outcomes and strong science results. |
| 8 | Mount Lawley Senior High School | Mount Lawley | Public | Solid academic performance with growing senior pathways. |
| 9 | Como Secondary College | Como | Public | Strong academic reputation with consistent ATAR performance. |
| 10 | Bob Hawke College | Subiaco | Public | Newer selective intake school showing rapid improvement in ATAR outcomes. |
📚 What This Means for Parents and Students
1. Diverse Pathways are Valued
While the ATAR remains a key indicator for university admission, 2025 reinforced that students find success across a range of pathways — including VET qualifications and subject exhibitions.
2. Consistency Beats Short Bursts
Schools with strong academic cultures, structured senior support, and clear feedback systems often see consistent performance year after year. This is why names like Perth Modern, Willetton, and Rossmoyne appear at the top of rankings repeatedly.
3. Support and Strategy Matter
Behind every top ATAR are well-practised study routines, early preparation, and clarity around assessment expectations. Families who invest in planning, tutoring where needed, and strong wellbeing support set students up for better outcomes.
📌 Final Takeaways
The 2025 WACE ATAR results in Western Australia highlight not only individual excellence but also the importance of school culture, subject choice, and learning pathways. Students at the top end have shown depth of understanding, resilience and strategic preparation — and there are strong schools across both public and independent sectors producing high achievers.
Whether your child is just starting senior school or preparing for Year 12 next year, these results paint a clear picture: success is a combination of hard work, smart planning, and supportive learning environments.
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FAQs
How many students achieved a 99.95 ATAR in WA in 2025?
In 2025, 18 Western Australian students achieved a perfect ATAR of 99.95. This places them in the top fraction of one per cent of the state cohort and reflects sustained excellence across multiple ATAR subjects.
Is it easier to get a high ATAR at a private school?
Not necessarily. While many private schools have strong academic cultures, WA’s top public schools — particularly selective and high-performing catchment schools — consistently produce elite ATAR results. From our experience tutoring WACE students, success is far more about subject choice, exam technique and consistency than school sector alone.
Does a high ATAR guarantee university entry?
A high ATAR significantly improves a student’s chances, but university entry also depends on course demand, prerequisites and selection rules. Some competitive courses may require interviews, portfolios or additional assessments, while others offer adjustment factors or alternative pathways.
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