Auckland Girls' Grammar School vs Massey High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 14 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Auckland Girls' Grammar School
Newton · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
1,185 students
Massey High School
Massey · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
2,110 students
| Measure | Auckland Girls' Grammar School Newton, Auckland | Massey High School Massey, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 65 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #49 of 101 | #66 of 101 |
| National rank | #140 of 486 | #215 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 1,185 | 2,110 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 485 | 486 |
| Total roll | 1,185 | 2,110 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 22.6% | 30.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 96.3% | 79% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 89.9% | 64.1% |
| Māori students | 21.9% | 21.2% |
| Pacific students | 67.4% | 26.7% |
| International students | 1.3% | 1% |
| suburb or town | Newton | Massey |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.aggs.school.nz | www.masseyhigh.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Auckland Girls' Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (64.6 vs 53.2).
- •Auckland Girls' Grammar School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (485 vs 486).
- •Massey High School does better on roll size (2,110 vs 1,185).
- •Massey High School does better on roll growth (5 years) (30.5% vs 22.6%).
- •Auckland Girls' Grammar School does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (96.3% vs 79%).
- •Massey High School is the larger school with 2,110 students compared with 1,185.
- •Auckland Girls' Grammar School is girls and Massey High School is co-educational.
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 Auckland Girls' Grammar School better than Massey High School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Auckland Girls' Grammar School ranks higher (64.6 vs 53.2 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 Auckland Girls' Grammar School and Massey High School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Newton and Massey in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Auckland Girls' Grammar School: 485. Massey High School: 486. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Auckland Girls' Grammar School and Massey High School rank in Auckland?
Auckland Girls' Grammar School is 49th of 101 and Massey High School is 66th of 101 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).