Baradene College vs Saint Kentigern Boys' School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 273 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Baradene College
Remuera · State integrated secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
1,522 students
Saint Kentigern Boys' School
Remuera · Private full primary · Years 1–8
661 students
| Measure | Baradene College Remuera, Auckland | Saint Kentigern Boys' School Remuera, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 91 Top 5% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #2 of 101 | – |
| National rank | #2 of 486 | – |
| Sector | State integrated | Private |
| Type | Secondary (Year 7-15) | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 7–13 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 1,522 | 661 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 370 | – |
| Total roll | 1,522 | 661 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 13.3% | 11% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 96.6% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 94.8% | – |
| Māori students | 9.4% | 3% |
| Pacific students | 7.5% | 2.7% |
| International students | 5.3% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Remuera | Remuera |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.baradene.school.nz | www.saintkentigern.com |
The verdict
- •Baradene College does better on roll size (1,522 vs 661).
- •Baradene College does better on roll growth (5 years) (13.3% vs 11%).
- •Baradene College is the larger school with 1,522 students compared with 661.
- •Baradene College is a state integrated school while Saint Kentigern Boys' School is a private school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Baradene College is girls and Saint Kentigern Boys' School is boys.
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 Baradene College better than Saint Kentigern Boys' 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 Baradene College and Saint Kentigern Boys' School?
About 273 m in a straight line, between Remuera and Remuera in Auckland.
How do Baradene College and Saint Kentigern Boys' School rank in Auckland?
Baradene College is 2nd of 101 and Saint Kentigern Boys' School is unranked among secondary (year 7-15) schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).