Horowhenua College vs Waiopehu College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) 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
Waiopehu College
Levin · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
540 students
| Measure | Horowhenua College Levin, Manawatū-Whanganui | Waiopehu College Levin, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 39 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #16 of 33 | #25 of 33 |
| National rank | #316 of 486 | #406 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 893 | 540 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 495 | 513 |
| Total roll | 893 | 540 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 58.2% | -13.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 66.9% | 66.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 37.6% | 43.9% |
| Māori students | 36.3% | 47.4% |
| Pacific students | 21.5% | 21.5% |
| International students | 1.6% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Levin | Levin |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.horowhenua.school.nz | www.waiopehu.ac.nz |
The verdict
- •Horowhenua College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (38.5 vs 25.5).
- •Horowhenua College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (495 vs 513).
- •Horowhenua College does better on roll size (893 vs 540).
- •Horowhenua College does better on roll growth (5 years) (58.2% vs -13.7%).
- •Horowhenua College does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (66.9% vs 66.7%).
- •Horowhenua College is the larger school with 893 students compared with 540.
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 Waiopehu College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Horowhenua College ranks higher (38.5 vs 25.5 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 Horowhenua College and Waiopehu College?
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. Waiopehu College: 513. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Horowhenua College and Waiopehu College rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Horowhenua College is 16th of 33 and Waiopehu College is 25th of 33 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).