Mahurangi College vs Snells Beach Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 6.6 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mahurangi College
Warkworth ยท State secondary (year 7-15) ยท Years 7โ13
1,563 students
Snells Beach Primary School
Snells Beach ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
357 students
| Measure | Mahurangi College Warkworth, Auckland | Snells Beach Primary School Snells Beach, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 71 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #44 of 101 | #189 of 390 |
| National rank | #96 of 486 | #428 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 7-15) | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 7โ13 | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 1,563 | 357 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 441 | 437 |
| Total roll | 1,563 | 357 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 5.2% | 22.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 87.5% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 68% | โ |
| Mฤori students | 18.9% | 19.6% |
| Pacific students | 12.2% | 7.6% |
| International students | 3% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Warkworth | Snells Beach |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.mahurangi.school.nz | www.snellsbeach.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขMahurangi College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (71.2 vs 68.5).
- โขSnells Beach Primary School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (437 vs 441).
- โขMahurangi College does better on roll size (1,563 vs 357).
- โขSnells Beach Primary School does better on roll growth (5 years) (22.8% vs 5.2%).
- โขMahurangi College is the larger school with 1,563 students compared with 357.
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 Snells Beach Primary School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Mahurangi College ranks higher (71.2 vs 68.5 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 Snells Beach Primary School?
About 6.6 km in a straight line, between Warkworth and Snells Beach in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mahurangi College: 441. Snells Beach Primary School: 437. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mahurangi College and Snells Beach Primary School rank in Auckland?
Mahurangi College is 44th of 101 and Snells Beach Primary School is 189th of 390 among secondary (year 7-15) schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).