Northcote Intermediate vs Takapuna Normal Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two intermediate schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 1.6 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northcote Intermediate
Northcote · State intermediate · Years 7–8
674 students
Takapuna Normal Intermediate
Takapuna · State intermediate · Years 7–8
730 students
| Measure | Northcote Intermediate Northcote, Auckland | Takapuna Normal Intermediate Takapuna, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 84 Top 5% | 92 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #38 of 390 | #12 of 390 |
| National rank | #61 of 1,559 | #12 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 7–8 |
| Students | 674 | 730 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 404 | 371 |
| Total roll | 674 | 730 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 30.2% | 17.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Pacific students | 9.3% | 2.6% |
| International students | 0.7% | 5.2% |
| suburb or town | Northcote | Takapuna |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.northcoteint.school.nz | www.tnis.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Takapuna Normal Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (92.4 vs 84.4).
- •Takapuna Normal Intermediate does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (371 vs 404).
- •Takapuna Normal Intermediate does better on roll size (730 vs 674).
- •Northcote Intermediate does better on roll growth (5 years) (30.2% vs 17.4%).
- •Takapuna Normal Intermediate is the larger school with 730 students compared with 674.
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 Northcote Intermediate better than Takapuna Normal Intermediate?
On the Success Index (NZ), Takapuna Normal Intermediate ranks higher (92.4 vs 84.4 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 Northcote Intermediate and Takapuna Normal Intermediate?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Northcote and Takapuna in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Northcote Intermediate: 404. Takapuna Normal Intermediate: 371. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Northcote Intermediate and Takapuna Normal Intermediate rank in Auckland?
Northcote Intermediate is 38th of 390 and Takapuna Normal Intermediate is 12th of 390 among intermediate schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).