Opihi College vs Te Aratai College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 7-15) schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 135 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Opihi College
Temuka · State secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
273 students
Te Aratai College
Phillipstown · State secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
1,240 students
| Measure | Opihi College Temuka, Canterbury | Te Aratai College Phillipstown, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 31 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #55 of 57 | #53 of 57 |
| National rank | #374 of 486 | #345 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 7-15) | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 7–13 | Years 7–13 |
| Students | 273 | 1,240 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 504 | 507 |
| Total roll | 273 | 1,240 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 3% | 70.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 65% | 60.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 25% | 33.3% |
| Māori students | 23.1% | 27.1% |
| Pacific students | 5.5% | 14.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Temuka | Phillipstown |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.opihicollege.school.nz/ | tearatai.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Te Aratai College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (34.7 vs 30.5).
- •Opihi College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (504 vs 507).
- •Te Aratai College does better on roll size (1,240 vs 273).
- •Te Aratai College does better on roll growth (5 years) (70.2% vs 3%).
- •Opihi College does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (65% vs 60.1%).
- •Te Aratai College is the larger school with 1,240 students compared with 273.
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 Opihi College better than Te Aratai College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Te Aratai College ranks higher (34.7 vs 30.5 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 Opihi College and Te Aratai College?
About 135 km in a straight line, between Temuka and Phillipstown in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Opihi College: 504. Te Aratai College: 507. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Opihi College and Te Aratai College rank in Canterbury?
Opihi College is 55th of 57 and Te Aratai College is 53rd of 57 among secondary (year 7-15) schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).