Multiple outlets report on a ranking of public schools based on their HSC Mathematics performance. The articles state that Balgowlah Boys is featured near the top because it posts a stronger average HSC maths mark than many other schools, including several selective public schools. While the rankings vary in how schools are ordered, all sources describe the same central finding: a non-selective school achieves results that compare favourably with selective institutions. The coverage is presented as a searchable list that readers can use to find their own school or compare performance across public schools. Each article frames the result as noteworthy because selective schools are often expected to lead in state-wide achievement measures. Beyond the emphasis on Balgowlah Boys, the articles direct readers to consult the full list for additional schools and their respective HSC maths average marks. The reports do not provide additional details in the provided excerpts about methodology, time period, or the number of schools included, but consistently refer to an HSC maths ranking compiled for public schools.