Moerewa School vs Northland College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Northland, New Zealand, 18 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Moerewa School
Moerewa · State composite (year 1-10) · Years 1–13
126 students
Northland College
Kaikohe · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
294 students
| Measure | Moerewa School Moerewa, Northland | Northland College Kaikohe, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 12 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #37 of 37 | #36 of 37 |
| National rank | #478 of 486 | #477 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Composite (Year 1-10) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 1–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 126 | 294 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 552 | 552 |
| Total roll | 126 | 294 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -6.7% | 0.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | 58.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | 39.7% |
| Māori students | 98.4% | 91.5% |
| Pacific students | 5.6% | 10.5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Moerewa | Kaikohe |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.moerewa.school.nz | www.northlandcollege.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (11.5 vs 12.2).
- •Northland College does better on roll size (294 vs 126).
- •Northland College does better on roll growth (5 years) (0.7% vs -6.7%).
- •Northland College is the larger school with 294 students compared with 126.
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 Moerewa School better than Northland College?
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 Moerewa School and Northland College?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Moerewa and Kaikohe in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Moerewa School: 552. Northland College: 552. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Moerewa School and Northland College rank in Northland?
Moerewa School is 37th of 37 and Northland College is 36th of 37 among composite (year 1-10) schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).