Lynfield College vs Mt Albert Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 4.1 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lynfield College
Mount Roskill · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
2,040 students
Mt Albert Grammar School
Mount Albert · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
3,651 students
| Measure | Lynfield College Mount Roskill, Auckland | Mt Albert Grammar School Mount Albert, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 76 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #36 of 101 | #30 of 101 |
| National rank | #70 of 486 | #53 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 2,040 | 3,651 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 417 | 415 |
| Total roll | 2,040 | 3,651 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 9.8% | 12.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 84.8% | 87.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 64.9% | 74.8% |
| Māori students | 5.7% | 11.6% |
| Pacific students | 9.3% | 16.7% |
| International students | 2.7% | 5.5% |
| suburb or town | Mount Roskill | Mount Albert |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.lynfield.school.nz | www.mags.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Mt Albert Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (79.1 vs 75.9).
- •Mt Albert Grammar School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (415 vs 417).
- •Mt Albert Grammar School does better on roll size (3,651 vs 2,040).
- •Mt Albert Grammar School does better on roll growth (5 years) (12.3% vs 9.8%).
- •Mt Albert Grammar School does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (87.1% vs 84.8%).
- •Mt Albert Grammar School is the larger school with 3,651 students compared with 2,040.
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 Lynfield College better than Mt Albert Grammar School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Mt Albert Grammar School ranks higher (79.1 vs 75.9 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 Lynfield College and Mt Albert Grammar School?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Mount Roskill and Mount Albert in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Lynfield College: 417. Mt Albert Grammar School: 415. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Lynfield College and Mt Albert Grammar School rank in Auckland?
Lynfield College is 36th of 101 and Mt Albert Grammar School is 30th of 101 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).