Katikati College vs Rotorua Lakes High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, 73 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Katikati College
Katikati · State secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
834 students
Rotorua Lakes High School
Te Ngae · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
622 students
| Measure | Katikati College Katikati, Bay of Plenty | Rotorua Lakes High School Te Ngae, Bay of Plenty |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 44 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #14 of 34 | #13 of 34 |
| National rank | #269 of 486 | #261 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 7-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 7–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 834 | 622 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 465 | 473 |
| Total roll | 834 | 622 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -0.5% | 4.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 74.7% | 68.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 52.5% | 49.1% |
| Māori students | 26% | 44.1% |
| Pacific students | 9.5% | 3.9% |
| International students | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| suburb or town | Katikati | Te Ngae |
| region | Bay of Plenty | Bay of Plenty |
| Website | www.katikaticollege.school.nz | www.rotorualakes.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Rotorua Lakes High School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (45.9 vs 44.4).
- •Katikati College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (465 vs 473).
- •Katikati College does better on roll size (834 vs 622).
- •Rotorua Lakes High School does better on roll growth (5 years) (4.3% vs -0.5%).
- •Katikati College does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (74.7% vs 68.7%).
- •Katikati College is the larger school with 834 students compared with 622.
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 Katikati College better than Rotorua Lakes High School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Rotorua Lakes High School ranks higher (45.9 vs 44.4 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 Katikati College and Rotorua Lakes High School?
About 73 km in a straight line, between Katikati and Te Ngae in Bay of Plenty.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Katikati College: 465. Rotorua Lakes High School: 473. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Katikati College and Rotorua Lakes High School rank in Bay of Plenty?
Katikati College is 14th of 34 and Rotorua Lakes High School is 13th of 34 among secondary (year 7-15) schools in Bay of Plenty on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).