Glendowie College vs Takapuna Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 9.9 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glendowie College
Glendowie · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
1,189 students
Takapuna Grammar School
Takapuna · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
2,273 students
| Measure | Glendowie College Glendowie, Auckland | Takapuna Grammar School Takapuna, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 77 Top 25% | 87 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #34 of 101 | #10 of 101 |
| National rank | #68 of 486 | #12 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 1,189 | 2,273 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 392 | 393 |
| Total roll | 1,189 | 2,273 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.6% | 23.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 92.7% | 93.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 80.9% | 84.3% |
| Māori students | 5.9% | 8% |
| Pacific students | 6.2% | 2.8% |
| International students | 5% | 9.8% |
| suburb or town | Glendowie | Takapuna |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.gdc.school.nz | www.takapuna.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Takapuna Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (86.6 vs 76.7).
- •Glendowie College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (392 vs 393).
- •Takapuna Grammar School does better on roll size (2,273 vs 1,189).
- •Takapuna Grammar School does better on roll growth (5 years) (23.4% vs -2.6%).
- •Takapuna Grammar School does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (93.2% vs 92.7%).
- •Takapuna Grammar School is the larger school with 2,273 students compared with 1,189.
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 Glendowie College better than Takapuna Grammar School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Takapuna Grammar School ranks higher (86.6 vs 76.7 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 Glendowie College and Takapuna Grammar School?
About 9.9 km in a straight line, between Glendowie and Takapuna in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Glendowie College: 392. Takapuna Grammar School: 393. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Glendowie College and Takapuna Grammar School rank in Auckland?
Glendowie College is 34th of 101 and Takapuna Grammar School is 10th of 101 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).