Heretaunga Intermediate vs Lindisfarne College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, 1.3 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heretaunga Intermediate
Hastings · State intermediate · Years 7–8
258 students
Lindisfarne College
Stortford Lodge · State integrated secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
562 students
| Measure | Heretaunga Intermediate Hastings, Hawke's Bay | Lindisfarne College Stortford Lodge, Hawke's Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 32 Lower 50% | 83 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #43 of 69 | #3 of 25 |
| National rank | #1267 of 1,559 | #29 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State integrated |
| Type | Intermediate | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 7–13 |
| Students | 258 | 562 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 492 | 398 |
| Total roll | 258 | 562 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -21.5% | 12.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | 94.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | 84.9% |
| Māori students | 49.2% | 10% |
| Pacific students | 17.1% | 0.9% |
| International students | 0% | 4.1% |
| suburb or town | Hastings | Stortford Lodge |
| region | Hawke's Bay | Hawke's Bay |
| Website | www.hint.school.nz/ | www.lindisfarne.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Lindisfarne College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (82.6 vs 32.4).
- •Lindisfarne College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (398 vs 492).
- •Lindisfarne College does better on roll size (562 vs 258).
- •Lindisfarne College does better on roll growth (5 years) (12.9% vs -21.5%).
- •Lindisfarne College is the larger school with 562 students compared with 258.
- •Heretaunga Intermediate is a state school while Lindisfarne College is a state integrated school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Heretaunga Intermediate is co-educational and Lindisfarne College is boys.
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 Heretaunga Intermediate better than Lindisfarne College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Lindisfarne College ranks higher (82.6 vs 32.4 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 Heretaunga Intermediate and Lindisfarne College?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Hastings and Stortford Lodge in Hawke's Bay.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Heretaunga Intermediate: 492. Lindisfarne College: 398. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Heretaunga Intermediate and Lindisfarne College rank in Hawke's Bay?
Heretaunga Intermediate is 43rd of 69 and Lindisfarne College is 3rd of 25 among intermediate schools in Hawke's Bay on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).