Alfriston College vs Edgewater College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 11 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alfriston College
Manurewa · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
1,257 students
Edgewater College
Pakuranga · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
629 students
| Measure | Alfriston College Manurewa, Auckland | Edgewater College Pakuranga, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 44 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #80 of 101 | #79 of 101 |
| National rank | #270 of 486 | #268 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 1,257 | 629 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 496 | 497 |
| Total roll | 1,257 | 629 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 15.1% | 6.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 71.6% | 76.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 55.7% | 59.7% |
| Māori students | 29% | 20% |
| Pacific students | 40.4% | 40.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Manurewa | Pakuranga |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.alfristoncollege.school.nz | www.edgewater.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (44.2 vs 44.5).
- •Alfriston College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (496 vs 497).
- •Alfriston College does better on roll size (1,257 vs 629).
- •Alfriston College does better on roll growth (5 years) (15.1% vs 6.1%).
- •Edgewater College does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (76.5% vs 71.6%).
- •Alfriston College is the larger school with 1,257 students compared with 629.
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 Alfriston College better than Edgewater 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 Alfriston College and Edgewater College?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Manurewa and Pakuranga in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Alfriston College: 496. Edgewater College: 497. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Alfriston College and Edgewater College rank in Auckland?
Alfriston College is 80th of 101 and Edgewater College is 79th of 101 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).