Freyberg High School vs Ross Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 208 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
Ross Intermediate
Palmerston North · State intermediate · Years 7–8
444 students
| Measure | Freyberg High School Roslyn, Manawatū-Whanganui | Ross Intermediate Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 42 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #12 of 33 | #51 of 111 |
| National rank | #281 of 486 | #1060 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Intermediate |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 7–8 |
| Students | 936 | 444 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 488 | 473 |
| Total roll | 936 | 444 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -5.2% | -18.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 79.7% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 58.6% | – |
| Māori students | 33.2% | 29.1% |
| Pacific students | 7.6% | 9.2% |
| International students | 2.9% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Roslyn | Palmerston North |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.freyberg.ac.nz | www.rossint.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (42.4 vs 42.2).
- •Ross Intermediate does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (473 vs 488).
- •Freyberg High School does better on roll size (936 vs 444).
- •Freyberg High School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-5.2% vs -18.8%).
- •Freyberg High School is the larger school with 936 students compared with 444.
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 Ross Intermediate?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Freyberg High School and Ross Intermediate?
About 208 m in a straight line, between Roslyn and Palmerston North in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Freyberg High School: 488. Ross Intermediate: 473. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Freyberg High School and Ross Intermediate rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Freyberg High School is 12th of 33 and Ross Intermediate is 51st of 111 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).