The first academically non-selective school on the Herald's table is the Conservatorium High, in 39th position, followed by Killara High, in 56th place.

I know it's not a popular view but I am happy with my DD's school which is Independent. 70% of the girls got 80 and above as their VCE result compared to 20% in the state system.

I hope the state system improves because despite sending my child to a private school i am too an advocate for the public system. Same as health care. But I feel the standards needs to be raised to meet our needs as a family. I hope the Rudd government is able to achieve this.