Freyberg High School vs Roslyn School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 976 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Freyberg High School
Roslyn · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
936 students
Roslyn School
Roslyn · State full primary · Years 1–8
397 students
| Measure | Freyberg High School Roslyn, Manawatū-Whanganui | Roslyn School Roslyn, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 42 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #12 of 33 | #91 of 111 |
| National rank | #281 of 486 | #1404 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 936 | 397 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 488 | 518 |
| Total roll | 936 | 397 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -5.2% | -3.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 79.7% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 58.6% | – |
| Māori students | 33.2% | 46.1% |
| Pacific students | 7.6% | 16.6% |
| International students | 2.9% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Roslyn | Roslyn |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.freyberg.ac.nz | www.roslyn.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Freyberg High School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (42.4 vs 26.7).
- •Freyberg High School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (488 vs 518).
- •Freyberg High School does better on roll size (936 vs 397).
- •Roslyn School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-3.2% vs -5.2%).
- •Freyberg High School is the larger school with 936 students compared with 397.
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 Freyberg High School better than Roslyn School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Freyberg High School ranks higher (42.4 vs 26.7 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 Freyberg High School and Roslyn School?
About 976 m in a straight line, between Roslyn and Roslyn in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Freyberg High School: 488. Roslyn School: 518. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Freyberg High School and Roslyn School rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Freyberg High School is 12th of 33 and Roslyn School is 91st of 111 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).