Glendowie College vs Tamaki College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 1.7 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
Tamaki College
Glen Innes · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
703 students
| Measure | Glendowie College Glendowie, Auckland | Tamaki College Glen Innes, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 77 Top 25% | 31 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #34 of 101 | #92 of 101 |
| National rank | #68 of 486 | #367 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 | 703 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 392 | 526 |
| Total roll | 1,189 | 703 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.6% | 40.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 92.7% | 69.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 80.9% | 50.3% |
| Māori students | 5.9% | 24.2% |
| Pacific students | 6.2% | 74.7% |
| International students | 5% | 0.1% |
| suburb or town | Glendowie | Glen Innes |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.gdc.school.nz | www.tamaki.ac.nz |
The verdict
- •Glendowie College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (76.7 vs 31.4).
- •Glendowie College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (392 vs 526).
- •Glendowie College does better on roll size (1,189 vs 703).
- •Tamaki College does better on roll growth (5 years) (40.3% vs -2.6%).
- •Glendowie College does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (92.7% vs 69.1%).
- •Glendowie College is the larger school with 1,189 students compared with 703.
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 Tamaki College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Glendowie College ranks higher (76.7 vs 31.4 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 Tamaki College?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Glendowie and Glen Innes in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Glendowie College: 392. Tamaki College: 526. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Glendowie College and Tamaki College rank in Auckland?
Glendowie College is 34th of 101 and Tamaki College is 92nd of 101 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).