Dargaville High School vs Okaihau College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Northland, New Zealand, 68 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dargaville High School
Dargaville · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
399 students
Okaihau College
Okaihau · State secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
261 students
| Measure | Dargaville High School Dargaville, Northland | Okaihau College Okaihau, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 23 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #18 of 37 | #25 of 37 |
| National rank | #419 of 486 | #433 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 7–13 |
| Students | 399 | 261 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 515 | 516 |
| Total roll | 399 | 261 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -14.3% | -30.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 67.1% | 62.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 36.7% | 37.5% |
| Māori students | 53.4% | 77.4% |
| Pacific students | 15.3% | 12.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Dargaville | Okaihau |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.dargavillehighschool.co.nz | www.okaihau-college.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Dargaville High School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (23.3 vs 21.0).
- •Dargaville High School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (515 vs 516).
- •Dargaville High School does better on roll size (399 vs 261).
- •Dargaville High School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-14.3% vs -30.7%).
- •Dargaville High School does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (67.1% vs 62.5%).
- •Dargaville High School is the larger school with 399 students compared with 261.
The Success Index (NZ) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Dargaville High School better than Okaihau College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Dargaville High School ranks higher (23.3 vs 21.0 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 Dargaville High School and Okaihau College?
About 68 km in a straight line, between Dargaville and Okaihau in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Dargaville High School: 515. Okaihau College: 516. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Dargaville High School and Okaihau College rank in Northland?
Dargaville High School is 18th of 37 and Okaihau College is 25th of 37 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).