ACG Sunderland vs North West College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 256 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
ACG Sunderland
Henderson ยท Private composite ยท Years 1โ13
902 students
North West College
Henderson ยท Charter secondary (year 7-15) ยท Years 7โ13
150 students
| Measure | ACG Sunderland Henderson, Auckland | North West College Henderson, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | โ Not rated | 81 Top 10% |
| Region rank | โ | #21 of 101 |
| National rank | โ | #34 of 486 |
| Sector | Private | Charter |
| Type | Composite | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 1โ13 | Years 7โ13 |
| Students | 902 | 150 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | โ | 394 |
| Total roll | 902 | 150 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 72% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 97.7% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 83.7% | โ |
| Mฤori students | 1.1% | 14.7% |
| Pacific students | 2.3% | 8% |
| International students | 12.9% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Henderson | Henderson |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.acgedu.com/nz/sunderland | โ |
The verdict
- โขACG Sunderland does better on roll size (902 vs 150).
- โขACG Sunderland is the larger school with 902 students compared with 150.
- โขACG Sunderland is a private school while North West College is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (NZ) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is ACG Sunderland better than North West College?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are ACG Sunderland and North West College?
About 256 m in a straight line, between Henderson and Henderson in Auckland.
How do ACG Sunderland and North West College rank in Auckland?
ACG Sunderland is unranked and North West College is 21st of 101 among composite schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).