Mahurangi College vs Matakana School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 7.8 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mahurangi College
Warkworth · State secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
1,563 students
Matakana School
Warkworth · State contributing · Years 1–6
365 students
| Measure | Mahurangi College Warkworth, Auckland | Matakana School Warkworth, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 71 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #44 of 101 | #156 of 390 |
| National rank | #96 of 486 | #311 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 7-15) | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 7–13 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 1,563 | 365 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 441 | 394 |
| Total roll | 1,563 | 365 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 5.2% | -2.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 87.5% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 68% | – |
| Māori students | 18.9% | 12.6% |
| Pacific students | 12.2% | 2.7% |
| International students | 3% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Warkworth | Warkworth |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.mahurangi.school.nz | www.matakana.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Matakana School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (73.5 vs 71.2).
- •Matakana School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (394 vs 441).
- •Mahurangi College does better on roll size (1,563 vs 365).
- •Mahurangi College does better on roll growth (5 years) (5.2% vs -2.8%).
- •Mahurangi College is the larger school with 1,563 students compared with 365.
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 Mahurangi College better than Matakana School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Matakana School ranks higher (73.5 vs 71.2 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 Mahurangi College and Matakana School?
About 7.8 km in a straight line, between Warkworth and Warkworth in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mahurangi College: 441. Matakana School: 394. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mahurangi College and Matakana School rank in Auckland?
Mahurangi College is 44th of 101 and Matakana School is 156th of 390 among secondary (year 7-15) schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).