Anglo-Chinese (Barker Road) is a prominent all-boys school in the Novena area, known for its strong academic tradition and Methodist values. If you’re considering ACS (Barker Road) 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 (#15) 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 Anglo-Chinese (Barker Road). The school does not offer an Integrated Programme (IP).
Non-Affiliated Students
| Year | PG3 | PG2 | PG1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 – 10 | 21 – 21 | 25 – 28 |
| 2024 | 8 – 10 | 21 – 21 | 25 – 26 |
| 2025 | 5 – 9 | 21 – 21 | 25 – 26 |
Affiliated Students
| Year | PG3 | PG2 | PG1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 – 22 | 21 – 25 | 25 – 27 |
| 2024 | 9 – 22 | 21 – 24 | 25 – 28 |
| 2025 | 10 – 22 | 21 – 25 | 25 – 28 |
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, particularly for the PG3 stream. In 2025, they can enter with scores from 10-22, while non-affiliated students need a more competitive score of 5-9.
- Highly Competitive PG3: The PG3 cut-off for non-affiliated students has become increasingly competitive, improving from 7-10 (2023) to 5-9 (2025).
- Consistent PG2 Requirement: The PG2 cut-off has remained consistently at 21 for non-affiliated students across all three years.
2. Anglo-Chinese (Barker Road) Ranking & Position in 2025
Anglo-Chinese (Barker Road) holds a strong position among Singapore’s secondary schools, ranked #15 nationally based on its PSLE cut-off points.
Schools of Similar Ranking (5 Places Ahead and Behind)
| Ranking | School Name | Type | Key Admission Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| #10 | CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls’ | All-Girls | IP: 7D |
| #11 | River Valley High | Co-ed | IP: 8M |
| #12 | Singapore Chinese Girls’ | All-Girls | IP: 7 |
| #13 | St. Joseph’s Institution | All-Boys | IP: 7 |
| #14 | Temasek JC (Secondary) | Co-ed | IP: 8 |
| → #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: 9 |
| #19 | Kuo Chuan Presbyterian | Co-ed | PG3: 9 |
| #20 | St. Andrew’s | All-Boys | PG3: 9 |
Nearby Schools in Novena and Surrounding Areas
| Ranking | School Name | Town | Type | Key Admission Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #5 | Anglo-Chinese (Independent) | Dover | All-Boys | IP: 6 |
| #7 | Methodist Girls’ | Bukit Timah | All-Girls | IP: 6 |
| #13 | St. Joseph’s Institution | Novena | All-Boys | IP: 7 |
| → #15 | Anglo-Chinese (Barker Road) | Novena | All-Boys | PG3: 9 |
| #21 | Victoria School | Queenstown | Co-ed | IP: 7 |
| #38 | Commonwealth Secondary | Commonwealth | Co-ed | PG3: 12 |
| #50 | Geylang Methodist | Geylang | All-Girls | PG3: 13 |
| #67 | St. Gabriel’s | Serangoon | All-Boys | PG3: 15 |
| #105 | Assumption English | Novena | Co-ed | PG3: 22 |
| #106 | Bartley Secondary | Serangoon | 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 (ACS Junior) have a significant advantage, particularly for the PG3 stream (AL 10-22 in 2025).
- Non-Affiliated Applicants: Must aim for highly competitive scores: 5-9 for PG3, 21 for PG2, or 25-26 for PG1.
- School Choice Order: Given its high ranking and competitiveness, ACS (Barker Road) should be listed as a first choice if your son’s 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 and development.
- Methodist Ethos: Consider the school’s Methodist values and environment if this aligns with your family’s preferences.
- Consider Alternatives: Explore other high-performing boys’ schools in the area, such as St. Joseph’s Institution (#13) or St. Andrew’s (#20).
Conclusion
Anglo-Chinese (Barker Road) (#15) is a highly sought-after all-boys school with multiple entry pathways. The 2025 cut-offs show a significant advantage for affiliated students across all streams. Non-affiliated students need to achieve very competitive scores, particularly for PG3 where the range is 5-9.
Considering ACS (Barker Road)? Focus on achieving the required PSLE score, leverage affiliation benefits where applicable, and list it as a top choice to maximize your chances.
(Disclaimer: Cut-off points are estimates based on past trends. Always verify with MOE or the school.)