Griffin Academy vs Kerikeri High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Northland, New Zealand, 371 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Griffin Academy
Kerikeri ยท Private composite ยท Years 1โ13
9 students
Kerikeri High School
Kerikeri ยท State secondary (year 7-15) ยท Years 7โ13
1,632 students
| Measure | Griffin Academy Kerikeri, Northland | Kerikeri High School Kerikeri, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | โ Not rated | 57 Top 50% |
| Region rank | โ | #2 of 37 |
| National rank | โ | #190 of 486 |
| Sector | Private | State |
| Type | Composite | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 1โ13 | Years 7โ13 |
| Students | 9 | 1,632 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | โ | 463 |
| Total roll | 9 | 1,632 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | โ | 5.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | 76.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | 56.1% |
| Mฤori students | 0% | 30.6% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 4.6% |
| International students | 0% | 6% |
| suburb or town | Kerikeri | Kerikeri |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | griffins.nz/ | www.kerikerihigh.ac.nz |
The verdict
- โขKerikeri High School does better on roll size (1,632 vs 9).
- โขKerikeri High School is the larger school with 1,632 students compared with 9.
- โขGriffin Academy is a private school while Kerikeri High School is a state school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Griffin Academy better than Kerikeri High School?
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 Griffin Academy and Kerikeri High School?
About 371 m in a straight line, between Kerikeri and Kerikeri in Northland.
How do Griffin Academy and Kerikeri High School rank in Northland?
Griffin Academy is unranked and Kerikeri High School is 2nd of 37 among composite schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).