Lytton High School vs Tolaga Bay Area School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Gisborne, New Zealand, 40 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lytton High School
Gisborne · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
551 students
Tolaga Bay Area School
Tolaga Bay · State composite · Years 1–13
243 students
| Measure | Lytton High School Gisborne, Gisborne | Tolaga Bay Area School Tolaga Bay, Gisborne |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 17 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #11 of 15 | #10 of 15 |
| National rank | #455 of 486 | #425 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Composite |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 1–13 |
| Students | 551 | 243 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 526 | 526 |
| Total roll | 551 | 243 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -3.1% | 0.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 57.1% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 34.6% | – |
| Māori students | 80.6% | 92.2% |
| Pacific students | 7.6% | 2.9% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Gisborne | Tolaga Bay |
| region | Gisborne | Gisborne |
| Website | www.lyttonhigh.com | – |
The verdict
- •Tolaga Bay Area School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (22.7 vs 17.4).
- •Lytton High School does better on roll size (551 vs 243).
- •Tolaga Bay Area School does better on roll growth (5 years) (0.4% vs -3.1%).
- •Lytton High School is the larger school with 551 students compared with 243.
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 Lytton High School better than Tolaga Bay Area School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Tolaga Bay Area School ranks higher (22.7 vs 17.4 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 Lytton High School and Tolaga Bay Area School?
About 40 km in a straight line, between Gisborne and Tolaga Bay in Gisborne.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Lytton High School: 526. Tolaga Bay Area School: 526. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Lytton High School and Tolaga Bay Area School rank in Gisborne?
Lytton High School is 11th of 15 and Tolaga Bay Area School is 10th of 15 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Gisborne on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).