Kaikohe Christian School vs Renew School
A head-to-head comparison of two composite schools in Northland, New Zealand, 58 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kaikohe Christian School
Kaikohe · State integrated composite · Years 1–13
158 students
Renew School
Morningside · State integrated composite · Years 1–13
197 students
| Measure | Kaikohe Christian School Kaikohe, Northland | Renew School Morningside, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 26 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #15 of 37 | #9 of 37 |
| National rank | #401 of 486 | #295 of 486 |
| Sector | State integrated | State integrated |
| Type | Composite | Composite |
| Year range | Years 1–13 | Years 1–13 |
| Students | 158 | 197 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 516 | 461 |
| Total roll | 158 | 197 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -12.9% | 14.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | 60% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | 30% |
| Māori students | 82.3% | 23.4% |
| Pacific students | 6.3% | 4.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Kaikohe | Morningside |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.kcs.school.nz | www.renew.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Renew School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (41.3 vs 26.1).
- •Renew School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (461 vs 516).
- •Renew School does better on roll size (197 vs 158).
- •Renew School does better on roll growth (5 years) (14.4% vs -12.9%).
- •Renew School is the larger school with 197 students compared with 158.
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 Kaikohe Christian School better than Renew School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Renew School ranks higher (41.3 vs 26.1 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 Kaikohe Christian School and Renew School?
About 58 km in a straight line, between Kaikohe and Morningside in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Kaikohe Christian School: 516. Renew School: 461. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Kaikohe Christian School and Renew School rank in Northland?
Kaikohe Christian School is 15th of 37 and Renew School is 9th of 37 among composite schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).