Orewa College vs Whangaparaoa College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 7-15) schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 6.7 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Orewa College
Orewa · State secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
2,285 students
Whangaparaoa College
Stanmore Bay · State secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
1,922 students
| Measure | Orewa College Orewa, Auckland | Whangaparaoa College Stanmore Bay, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 73 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #41 of 101 | #52 of 101 |
| National rank | #83 of 486 | #146 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 7-15) | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 7–13 | Years 7–13 |
| Students | 2,285 | 1,922 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 432 | 447 |
| Total roll | 2,285 | 1,922 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 12.8% | 14.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 84.1% | 80.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 69.8% | 60.6% |
| Māori students | 13.9% | 17.7% |
| Pacific students | 6.4% | 6.3% |
| International students | 3.5% | 4.9% |
| suburb or town | Orewa | Stanmore Bay |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.orewacollege.nz/ | www.wgpcollege.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Orewa College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (72.9 vs 64.3).
- •Orewa College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (432 vs 447).
- •Orewa College does better on roll size (2,285 vs 1,922).
- •Whangaparaoa College does better on roll growth (5 years) (14.6% vs 12.8%).
- •Orewa College does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (84.1% vs 80.1%).
- •Orewa College is the larger school with 2,285 students compared with 1,922.
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 Orewa College better than Whangaparaoa College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Orewa College ranks higher (72.9 vs 64.3 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 Orewa College and Whangaparaoa College?
About 6.7 km in a straight line, between Orewa and Stanmore Bay in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Orewa College: 432. Whangaparaoa College: 447. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Orewa College and Whangaparaoa College rank in Auckland?
Orewa College is 41st of 101 and Whangaparaoa College is 52nd of 101 among secondary (year 7-15) schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).