Riverina School vs Saint Kentigern College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 1.3 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riverina School
Pakuranga ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
150 students
Saint Kentigern College
Pakuranga ยท Private secondary (year 7-15) ยท Years 7โ13
2,350 students
| Measure | Riverina School Pakuranga, Auckland | Saint Kentigern College Pakuranga, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 46 Lower 50% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #274 of 390 | โ |
| National rank | #977 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State | Private |
| Type | Contributing | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 1โ6 | Years 7โ13 |
| Students | 150 | 2,350 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 468 | โ |
| Total roll | 150 | 2,350 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 2.5% | 9.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | 97.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | 92.1% |
| Mฤori students | 30.7% | 5.4% |
| Pacific students | 42.7% | 4.1% |
| International students | 0% | 1.2% |
| suburb or town | Pakuranga | Pakuranga |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.riverina.school.nz | www.saintkentigern.com |
The verdict
- โขSaint Kentigern College does better on roll size (2,350 vs 150).
- โขSaint Kentigern College does better on roll growth (5 years) (9.5% vs 2.5%).
- โขSaint Kentigern College is the larger school with 2,350 students compared with 150.
- โขRiverina School is a state school while Saint Kentigern College is a private school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Riverina School better than Saint Kentigern College?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Riverina School and Saint Kentigern College?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Pakuranga and Pakuranga in Auckland.
How do Riverina School and Saint Kentigern College rank in Auckland?
Riverina School is 274th of 390 and Saint Kentigern College is unranked among contributing schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).