Freyberg High School vs Whakatipuria Teen Parent Unit
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 156 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
Whakatipuria Teen Parent Unit
Palmerston North CBD · State teen parent unit
| Measure | Freyberg High School Roslyn, Manawatū-Whanganui | Whakatipuria Teen Parent Unit Palmerston North CBD, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 42 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #12 of 33 | – |
| National rank | #281 of 486 | – |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Teen Parent Unit |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | – |
| Students | 936 | – |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 488 | 569 |
| Total roll | 936 | – |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -5.2% | 4.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 79.7% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 58.6% | – |
| Māori students | 33.2% | – |
| Pacific students | 7.6% | – |
| International students | 2.9% | – |
| suburb or town | Roslyn | Palmerston North CBD |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.freyberg.ac.nz | – |
The verdict
- •Freyberg High School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (488 vs 569).
- •Whakatipuria Teen Parent Unit does better on roll growth (5 years) (4.8% vs -5.2%).
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 Whakatipuria Teen Parent Unit?
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 Whakatipuria Teen Parent Unit?
About 156 m in a straight line, between Roslyn and Palmerston North CBD in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Freyberg High School: 488. Whakatipuria Teen Parent Unit: 569. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Freyberg High School and Whakatipuria Teen Parent Unit rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Freyberg High School is 12th of 33 and Whakatipuria Teen Parent Unit is unranked among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).