Horowhenua College vs Levin Teen Parent Unit
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 1.7 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Horowhenua College
Levin · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
893 students
Levin Teen Parent Unit
Levin · State teen parent unit
| Measure | Horowhenua College Levin, Manawatū-Whanganui | Levin Teen Parent Unit Levin, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 39 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #16 of 33 | – |
| National rank | #316 of 486 | – |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Teen Parent Unit |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | – |
| Students | 893 | – |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 495 | 569 |
| Total roll | 893 | – |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 58.2% | -7.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 66.9% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 37.6% | – |
| Māori students | 36.3% | – |
| Pacific students | 21.5% | – |
| International students | 1.6% | – |
| suburb or town | Levin | Levin |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.horowhenua.school.nz | – |
The verdict
- •Horowhenua College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (495 vs 569).
- •Horowhenua College does better on roll growth (5 years) (58.2% vs -7.1%).
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 Horowhenua College better than Levin 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 Horowhenua College and Levin Teen Parent Unit?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Levin and Levin in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Horowhenua College: 495. Levin Teen Parent Unit: 569. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Horowhenua College and Levin Teen Parent Unit rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Horowhenua College is 16th of 33 and Levin Teen Parent Unit is unranked among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).