Aotearoa Infinite Academy vs Auckland Girls' Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 1.3 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aotearoa Infinite Academy
Auckland Central Β· Charter secondary (year 9-15) Β· Years 9β13
Auckland Girls' Grammar School
Newton Β· State secondary (year 9-15) Β· Years 9β13
1,185 students
| Measure | Aotearoa Infinite Academy Auckland Central, Auckland | Auckland Girls' Grammar School Newton, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 52 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| Region rank | β | #49 of 101 |
| National rank | β | #140 of 486 |
| Sector | Charter | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 9β13 | Years 9β13 |
| Students | β | 1,185 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 473 | 485 |
| Total roll | β | 1,185 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | β | 22.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | β | 96.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | β | β |
| Leavers with University Entrance | β | 89.9% |
| MΔori students | β | 21.9% |
| Pacific students | β | 67.4% |
| International students | β | 1.3% |
| suburb or town | Auckland Central | Newton |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | β | www.aggs.school.nz |
The verdict
- β’Auckland Girls' Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (64.6 vs 51.6).
- β’Aotearoa Infinite Academy does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (473 vs 485).
- β’Aotearoa Infinite Academy is a charter school while Auckland Girls' Grammar School is a state school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- β’Aotearoa Infinite Academy is co-educational and Auckland Girls' Grammar School is girls.
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 Aotearoa Infinite Academy better than Auckland Girls' Grammar School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Auckland Girls' Grammar School ranks higher (64.6 vs 51.6 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 Aotearoa Infinite Academy and Auckland Girls' Grammar School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Auckland Central and Newton in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Aotearoa Infinite Academy: 473. Auckland Girls' Grammar School: 485. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Aotearoa Infinite Academy and Auckland Girls' Grammar School rank in Auckland?
Aotearoa Infinite Academy is unranked and Auckland Girls' Grammar School is 49th of 101 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).