Alfriston College vs Hillpark School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 2.0 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
Hillpark School
Manurewa · State contributing · Years 1–6
504 students
| Measure | Alfriston College Manurewa, Auckland | Hillpark School Manurewa, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 44 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #80 of 101 | #202 of 390 |
| National rank | #270 of 486 | #500 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 1,257 | 504 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 496 | 425 |
| Total roll | 1,257 | 504 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 15.1% | -2.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 71.6% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 55.7% | – |
| Māori students | 29% | 19% |
| Pacific students | 40.4% | 30.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0.2% |
| suburb or town | Manurewa | Manurewa |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.alfristoncollege.school.nz | www.hillpark.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Hillpark School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (64.9 vs 44.2).
- •Hillpark School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (425 vs 496).
- •Alfriston College does better on roll size (1,257 vs 504).
- •Alfriston College does better on roll growth (5 years) (15.1% vs -2.5%).
- •Alfriston College is the larger school with 1,257 students compared with 504.
The Success Index (NZ) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Alfriston College better than Hillpark School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Hillpark School ranks higher (64.9 vs 44.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Alfriston College and Hillpark School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Manurewa and Manurewa in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Alfriston College: 496. Hillpark School: 425. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Alfriston College and Hillpark School rank in Auckland?
Alfriston College is 80th of 101 and Hillpark School is 202nd of 390 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).