St. Patrick’s School is a well-established Catholic all-boys institution in the Bedok area, known for its strong sense of community, values-based education, and commitment to holistic student development. If you’re considering St. Patrick’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 (#35) 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. Patrick’s School. The school does not offer an Integrated Programme (IP).
Non-Affiliated Students
| Year | PG3 | PG2 | PG1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 21 – 23 | 25 – 26 | |
| 2024 | 10 – 14 | 21 – 22 | 25 – 29 |
| 2025 | 9 – 11 | 21 – 22 | 25 – 27 |
Affiliated Students
| Year | PG3 | PG2 | PG1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 13 – 20 | 21 – 25 | 25 – 29 |
| 2024 | 13 – 22 | 21 – 24 | 25 – 29 |
| 2025 | 13 – 19 | 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 in the PG3 stream. In 2025, they can enter with scores from 13-19, while non-affiliated students need a more competitive score of 9-11.
- Tightening PG3 for Non-Affiliated: The PG3 cut-off for non-affiliated students has become more competitive, tightening from 10-14 (2024) to 9-11 (2025).
- Stable PG2 Requirements: The PG2 cut-off has remained relatively consistent for both groups over the years.
- Multiple Pathways: The school offers admission pathways for a wide range of academic abilities through its three posting groups.
2. St. Patrick’s School Ranking & Position in 2025
St. Patrick’s School holds a solid position among Singapore’s secondary schools, ranked #35 nationally based on its PSLE cut-off points.
Schools of Similar Ranking (Within 5 Places)
| Ranking | School Name | Type | Key Admission Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| #30 | Bukit Panjang Govt. High | Co-ed | PG3: 11 |
| #31 | Chung Cheng High (Yishun) | Co-ed | PG3: 11 |
| #32 | Maris Stella High | All-Boys | PG3: 11 |
| #33 | Ngee Ann Secondary | Co-ed | PG3: 11 |
| #34 | St. Margaret’s Secondary | All-Girls | PG3: 11 |
| → #35 | St. Patrick’s School | All-Boys | PG3: 11 |
| #36 | Temasek Secondary | Co-ed | PG3: 11 |
| #37 | CHIJ St. Theresa’s Convent | All-Girls | PG3: 12 |
| #38 | Commonwealth Secondary | Co-ed | PG3: 12 |
| #39 | Fuhua Secondary | Co-ed | PG3: 12 |
| #40 | Presbyterian High | Co-ed | PG3: 12 |
Nearby Schools Within 10 km (Bedok Area)
| Ranking | School Name | Town | Type | Key Admission Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #14 | Temasek JC (Secondary) | Bedok | Co-ed | IP: 8 |
| #18 | Chung Cheng High (Main) | Marine Parade | Co-ed | PG3: 9P |
| #20 | St. Andrew’s | Potong Pasir | All-Boys | PG3: 9 |
| #21 | Victoria School | Queenstown | Co-ed | IP: 7, PG3: 9 |
| #29 | Anglican High | Bedok | Co-ed | PG3: 11M |
| #41 | Tanjong Katong Girls’ | Marine Parade | All-Girls | PG3: 12 |
| #61 | St. Anthony’s Canossian | Bedok | All-Girls | PG3: 14 |
| #68 | Bedok View | Bedok | Co-ed | PG3: 16 |
| #109 | Broadrick Secondary | Marine Parade | Co-ed | PG3: 22 |
| #124 | Montfort Secondary | Hougang | All-Boys | 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 significant advantage, particularly for the PG3 stream (AL 13-19 in 2025).
- Non-Affiliated Applicants: Must aim for scores within the competitive ranges: 9-11 for PG3, 21-22 for PG2, or 25-27 for PG1.
- School Choice Order: Always list St. Patrick’s as a top choice if your score is within the historical range for your category.
- CCA Strengths: The school has strong sports CCAs, which could be beneficial for DSA applications.
- Consider Alternatives: Explore nearby options like Anglican High (#29) or St. Andrew’s (#20) for similar academic environments.
Conclusion
St. Patrick’s School (#35) offers quality education with multiple entry pathways. The 2025 cut-offs show a significant advantage for affiliated students across all streams, particularly in PG3 where they can enter with scores up to 19, while non-affiliated students need a more competitive 9-11.
Considering St. Patrick’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.)
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