Akaroa Area School vs Geraldine High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 141 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Akaroa Area School
Akaroa ยท State composite ยท Years 1โ13
115 students
Geraldine High School
Geraldine ยท State secondary (year 7-15) ยท Years 7โ13
598 students
| Measure | Akaroa Area School Akaroa, Canterbury | Geraldine High School Geraldine, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 55 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #31 of 57 | #29 of 57 |
| National rank | #195 of 486 | #188 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Composite | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 1โ13 | Years 7โ13 |
| Students | 115 | 598 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 455 | 453 |
| Total roll | 115 | 598 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 6.3% | 1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | 81% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | 50% |
| Mฤori students | 26.1% | 9.4% |
| Pacific students | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| International students | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| suburb or town | Akaroa | Geraldine |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | akaroa.school.nz/ | www.geraldinehs.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขGeraldine High School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (57.6 vs 55.2).
- โขGeraldine High School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (453 vs 455).
- โขGeraldine High School does better on roll size (598 vs 115).
- โขAkaroa Area School does better on roll growth (5 years) (6.3% vs 1%).
- โขGeraldine High School is the larger school with 598 students compared with 115.
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 Akaroa Area School better than Geraldine High School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Geraldine High School ranks higher (57.6 vs 55.2 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 Akaroa Area School and Geraldine High School?
About 141 km in a straight line, between Akaroa and Geraldine in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Akaroa Area School: 455. Geraldine High School: 453. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Akaroa Area School and Geraldine High School rank in Canterbury?
Akaroa Area School is 31st of 57 and Geraldine High School is 29th of 57 among composite schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).