Mahurangi College vs Waiheke High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 7-15) schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 55 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
Waiheke High School
Waiheke Island · State secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
388 students
| Measure | Mahurangi College Warkworth, Auckland | Waiheke High School Waiheke Island, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 71 Top 25% | 49 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #44 of 101 | #73 of 101 |
| National rank | #96 of 486 | #243 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 7-15) | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 7–13 | Years 7–13 |
| Students | 1,563 | 388 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 441 | 442 |
| Total roll | 1,563 | 388 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 5.2% | -13.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 87.5% | 73.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 68% | 52.4% |
| Māori students | 18.9% | 20.9% |
| Pacific students | 12.2% | 3.4% |
| International students | 3% | 4.4% |
| suburb or town | Warkworth | Waiheke Island |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.mahurangi.school.nz | www.waihekehigh.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Mahurangi College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (71.2 vs 48.9).
- •Mahurangi College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (441 vs 442).
- •Mahurangi College does better on roll size (1,563 vs 388).
- •Mahurangi College does better on roll growth (5 years) (5.2% vs -13.9%).
- •Mahurangi College does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (87.5% vs 73.8%).
- •Mahurangi College is the larger school with 1,563 students compared with 388.
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 Waiheke High School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Mahurangi College ranks higher (71.2 vs 48.9 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 Mahurangi College and Waiheke High School?
About 55 km in a straight line, between Warkworth and Waiheke Island in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mahurangi College: 441. Waiheke High School: 442. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mahurangi College and Waiheke High School rank in Auckland?
Mahurangi College is 44th of 101 and Waiheke High School is 73rd of 101 among secondary (year 7-15) schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).