St. Andrew’s Secondary is a prestigious all-boys institution in the Toa Payoh area, known for its strong Anglican tradition and commitment to holistic education. If you’re considering St. Andrew’s for your son, understanding the PSLE Aggregate (AL) score ranges is crucial for admission.
Key Highlights
✅ 2023-2025 PSLE AL Range Trends for Affiliated and Non-Affiliated Students
✅ 2025 Relative Ranking (#20) and Nearby School Alternatives
✅ Strategic Application Tips for 2025 Intake
1. PSLE AL Cut-Off Point History (2023-2025)
The following data shows the historical PSLE score ranges for admission into the Express stream at St. Andrew’s Secondary. The school does not offer an Integrated Programme (IP).
Non-Affiliated Students
| Year | PG3 | PG2 | PG1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 9 – 10 | 21 – 22 | 25 – 26 |
| 2024 | 8 – 10 | 21 – 21 | 25 – 26 |
| 2025 | 9 – 9 | 21 – 21 | 25 – 27 |
Affiliated Students
| Year | PG3 | PG2 | PG1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 – 22 | 21 – 25 | 25 – 29 |
| 2024 | 8 – 22 | 22 – 25 | 25 – 28 |
| 2025 | 8 – 22 | 21 – 25 | 26 – 29 |
Key Observations:
- No IP Programme: The school offers the standard Express academic track across three posting groups.
- Significant Affiliation Advantage: Affiliated students enjoy a substantial benefit across all streams. In 2025, they can enter PG3 with scores from 8-22, while non-affiliated students need a highly competitive score of 9.
- Highly Competitive for Non-Affiliated: The PG3 cut-off for non-affiliated students has tightened significantly to a single score point of 9 in 2025.
- Stable PG Requirements for Affiliated: The cut-off ranges for affiliated students have remained consistent across all three years.
2. St. Andrew’s Secondary Ranking & Position in 2025
St. Andrew’s Secondary holds a strong position among Singapore’s secondary schools, ranked #20 nationally based on its PSLE cut-off points.
Schools of Similar Ranking (Within 5 Places)
| Ranking | School Name | Type | Key Admission Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| #15 | Anglo-Chinese (Barker Road) | All-Boys | PG3: 9 |
| #16 | Cedar Girls’ | All-Girls | IP: 7 |
| #17 | CHIJ Secondary (Toa Payoh) | All-Girls | PG3: 9 |
| #18 | Chung Cheng High (Main) | Co-ed | PG3: 9P |
| #19 | Kuo Chuan Presbyterian | Co-ed | PG3: 9 |
| → #20 | St. Andrew’s Secondary | All-Boys | PG3: 9 |
| #21 | Victoria School | Co-ed | IP: 7 |
| #22 | Anderson Secondary | Co-ed | PG3: 10 |
| #23 | Crescent Girls’ | All-Girls | PG3: 10 |
| #24 | Fairfield Methodist | All-Girls | PG3: 10 |
| #25 | Nan Chiau High | Co-ed | PG3: 10 |
Nearby Schools Within 10 km (Toa Payoh Area)
| Ranking | School Name | Town | Type | Key Admission Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Raffles Girls’ (Secondary) | Toa Payoh | All-Girls | IP: 5 |
| #9 | Catholic High | Bishan | All-Boys | IP: 7M |
| #15 | Anglo-Chinese (Barker Road) | Novena | All-Boys | PG3: 9 |
| #17 | CHIJ Secondary (Toa Payoh) | Toa Payoh | All-Girls | PG3: 9 |
| #32 | Maris Stella High | Toa Payoh | All-Boys | PG3: 11 |
| #45 | CHIJ Katong Convent | Katong | All-Girls | PG3: 13 |
| #64 | Bowen Secondary | Toa Payoh | Co-ed | PG3: 15 |
| #69 | Deyi Secondary | Ang Mo Kio | Co-ed | PG3: 16 |
| #75 | Beatty Secondary | Toa Payoh | Co-ed | PG3: 17 |
| #135 | Whitley Secondary | Toa Payoh | Co-ed | PG3: 22 |
⚠️ Disclaimer
There is no official school ranking released by MOE. The “ranking” shown here is based on the relative cut-off points (COPs) of schools for school admission. It should be used only as a reference for comparison.
3. Strategic Admission Tips for 2025 Intake
- Affiliation Advantage: Students from affiliated primary schools have a tremendous advantage, particularly for the PG3 stream (AL 8-22 in 2025).
- Non-Affiliated Applicants: Must achieve an excellent score of AL 9 for PG3 admission, making it highly competitive.
- School Choice Order: Always list St. Andrew’s as a top choice if your score is within the historical range for your category.
- All-Boys Environment: Consider the benefits of an all-boys educational environment for your son’s learning style.
- Consider Alternatives: Explore nearby options like Catholic High (#9) or Anglo-Chinese (Barker Road) (#15) for similar all-boys environments.
Conclusion
St. Andrew’s Secondary (#20) offers quality education with multiple entry pathways. The 2025 cut-offs show an extremely significant advantage for affiliated students across all streams, particularly in PG3 where they can enter with scores up to 22, while non-affiliated students need a highly competitive score of 9.
Considering St. Andrew’s? Focus on achieving the required PSLE score, consider leveraging affiliation benefits where applicable, and explore nearby alternatives to make an informed choice.
(Disclaimer: Cut-off points are estimates based on past trends. Always verify with MOE or the school.)