Glenfield College vs Pukekohe High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 50 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenfield College
Glenfield · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
782 students
Pukekohe High School
Pukekohe · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
1,922 students
| Measure | Glenfield College Glenfield, Auckland | Pukekohe High School Pukekohe, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 61 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #54 of 101 | #55 of 101 |
| National rank | #165 of 486 | #170 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 782 | 1,922 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 466 | 465 |
| Total roll | 782 | 1,922 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 56.9% | 4.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 85.7% | 84.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 72.1% | 53.1% |
| Māori students | 13.9% | 25.7% |
| Pacific students | 11.6% | 17.5% |
| International students | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| suburb or town | Glenfield | Pukekohe |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.gc.ac.nz/ | www.pukekohehigh.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (60.7 vs 60.2).
- •Pukekohe High School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (465 vs 466).
- •Pukekohe High School does better on roll size (1,922 vs 782).
- •Glenfield College does better on roll growth (5 years) (56.9% vs 4.8%).
- •Glenfield College does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (85.7% vs 84.6%).
- •Pukekohe High School is the larger school with 1,922 students compared with 782.
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 Glenfield College better than Pukekohe High 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 Glenfield College and Pukekohe High School?
About 50 km in a straight line, between Glenfield and Pukekohe in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Glenfield College: 466. Pukekohe High School: 465. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Glenfield College and Pukekohe High School rank in Auckland?
Glenfield College is 54th of 101 and Pukekohe High School is 55th of 101 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).