Dargaville Intermediate vs Selwyn Park School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Northland, New Zealand, 949 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dargaville Intermediate
Dargaville · State intermediate · Years 7–8
166 students
Selwyn Park School
Dargaville · State contributing · Years 1–6
148 students
| Measure | Dargaville Intermediate Dargaville, Northland | Selwyn Park School Dargaville, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 31 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #41 of 72 | #55 of 72 |
| National rank | #1300 of 1,559 | #1465 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 166 | 148 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 514 | 542 |
| Total roll | 166 | 148 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 13.4% | 24.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 54.8% | 69.6% |
| Pacific students | 14.5% | 26.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Dargaville | Dargaville |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.dis.school.nz/ | www.selwynpark.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Dargaville Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (31.0 vs 22.7).
- •Dargaville Intermediate does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (514 vs 542).
- •Dargaville Intermediate does better on roll size (166 vs 148).
- •Selwyn Park School does better on roll growth (5 years) (24.8% vs 13.4%).
- •Dargaville Intermediate is the larger school with 166 students compared with 148.
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 Dargaville Intermediate better than Selwyn Park School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Dargaville Intermediate ranks higher (31.0 vs 22.7 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 Intermediate and Selwyn Park School?
About 949 m in a straight line, between Dargaville and Dargaville in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Dargaville Intermediate: 514. Selwyn Park School: 542. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Dargaville Intermediate and Selwyn Park School rank in Northland?
Dargaville Intermediate is 41st of 72 and Selwyn Park School is 55th of 72 among intermediate schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).