Farm Cove Intermediate vs Saint Kentigern College
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.
Farm Cove Intermediate
Pakuranga · State intermediate · Years 7–8
505 students
Saint Kentigern College
Pakuranga · Private secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
2,350 students
| Measure | Farm Cove Intermediate Pakuranga, Auckland | Saint Kentigern College Pakuranga, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 71 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #167 of 390 | – |
| National rank | #368 of 1,559 | – |
| Sector | State | Private |
| Type | Intermediate | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 7–13 |
| Students | 505 | 2,350 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 409 | – |
| Total roll | 505 | 2,350 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -18.2% | 9.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | 97.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | 92.1% |
| Māori students | 11.7% | 5.4% |
| Pacific students | 12.3% | 4.1% |
| International students | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| suburb or town | Pakuranga | Pakuranga |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.farmcove.school.nz | www.saintkentigern.com |
The verdict
- •Saint Kentigern College does better on roll size (2,350 vs 505).
- •Saint Kentigern College does better on roll growth (5 years) (9.5% vs -18.2%).
- •Saint Kentigern College is the larger school with 2,350 students compared with 505.
- •Farm Cove Intermediate is a state school while Saint Kentigern College is a private school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Farm Cove Intermediate better than Saint Kentigern College?
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 Farm Cove Intermediate and Saint Kentigern College?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Pakuranga and Pakuranga in Auckland.
How do Farm Cove Intermediate and Saint Kentigern College rank in Auckland?
Farm Cove Intermediate is 167th of 390 and Saint Kentigern College is unranked among intermediate schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).