Dannevirke High School vs Ruapehu College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 105 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dannevirke High School
Dannevirke · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
400 students
Ruapehu College
Ohakune · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
246 students
| Measure | Dannevirke High School Dannevirke, Manawatū-Whanganui | Ruapehu College Ohakune, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 34 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #21 of 33 | #23 of 33 |
| National rank | #350 of 486 | #369 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 400 | 246 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 501 | 502 |
| Total roll | 400 | 246 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -3.5% | 20.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 77.2% | 66.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 56.5% | 26.7% |
| Māori students | 38.5% | 59.8% |
| Pacific students | 2.3% | 5.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Dannevirke | Ohakune |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.dannevirkehigh.school.nz | www.ruapehucollege.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Dannevirke High School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (34.1 vs 31.2).
- •Dannevirke High School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (501 vs 502).
- •Dannevirke High School does better on roll size (400 vs 246).
- •Ruapehu College does better on roll growth (5 years) (20.5% vs -3.5%).
- •Dannevirke High School does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (77.2% vs 66.7%).
- •Dannevirke High School is the larger school with 400 students compared with 246.
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 Dannevirke High School better than Ruapehu College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Dannevirke High School ranks higher (34.1 vs 31.2 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 Dannevirke High School and Ruapehu College?
About 105 km in a straight line, between Dannevirke and Ohakune in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Dannevirke High School: 501. Ruapehu College: 502. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Dannevirke High School and Ruapehu College rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Dannevirke High School is 21st of 33 and Ruapehu College is 23rd of 33 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).