Auckland Grammar School vs Ficino School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 917 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Auckland Grammar School
Epsom · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
2,769 students
Ficino School
Mount Eden · Private full primary · Years 1–8
150 students
| Measure | Auckland Grammar School Epsom, Auckland | Ficino School Mount Eden, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 86 Top 5% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #12 of 101 | – |
| National rank | #16 of 486 | – |
| Sector | State | Private |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 2,769 | 150 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 386 | – |
| Total roll | 2,769 | 150 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 90% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 80.5% | – |
| Māori students | 6.3% | 0.7% |
| Pacific students | 6.8% | 1.3% |
| International students | 5.4% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Epsom | Mount Eden |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.ags.school.nz | www.ficino.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Auckland Grammar School does better on roll size (2,769 vs 150).
- •Auckland Grammar School does better on roll growth (5 years) (5.6% vs -1.4%).
- •Auckland Grammar School is the larger school with 2,769 students compared with 150.
- •Auckland Grammar School is a state school while Ficino School is a private school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Auckland Grammar School is boys and Ficino 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 Grammar School better than Ficino School?
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 Auckland Grammar School and Ficino School?
About 917 m in a straight line, between Epsom and Mount Eden in Auckland.
How do Auckland Grammar School and Ficino School rank in Auckland?
Auckland Grammar School is 12th of 101 and Ficino School is unranked among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).