Albany Junior High School vs Mission Heights Junior College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 7-10) schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 32 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albany Junior High School
Albany · State secondary (year 7-10) · Years 7–13
1,154 students
Mission Heights Junior College
Flat Bush · State secondary (year 7-10) · Years 7–13
933 students
| Measure | Albany Junior High School Albany, Auckland | Mission Heights Junior College Flat Bush, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 73 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #40 of 101 | #43 of 101 |
| National rank | #82 of 486 | #94 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 7-10) | Secondary (Year 7-10) |
| Year range | Years 7–13 | Years 7–13 |
| Students | 1,154 | 933 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 408 | 407 |
| Total roll | 1,154 | 933 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -1.2% | -2.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 9.2% | 5% |
| Pacific students | 4.2% | 16% |
| International students | 3.3% | 1.1% |
| suburb or town | Albany | Flat Bush |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.ajhs.school.nz | www.mhjc.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (72.9 vs 72.0).
- •Mission Heights Junior College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (407 vs 408).
- •Albany Junior High School does better on roll size (1,154 vs 933).
- •Albany Junior High School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-1.2% vs -2.9%).
- •Albany Junior High School is the larger school with 1,154 students compared with 933.
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 Albany Junior High School better than Mission Heights Junior 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 Albany Junior High School and Mission Heights Junior College?
About 32 km in a straight line, between Albany and Flat Bush in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Albany Junior High School: 408. Mission Heights Junior College: 407. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Albany Junior High School and Mission Heights Junior College rank in Auckland?
Albany Junior High School is 40th of 101 and Mission Heights Junior College is 43rd of 101 among secondary (year 7-10) schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).