Kaikorai Valley College vs Tokomairiro High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 7-15) schools in Otago, New Zealand, 46 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kaikorai Valley College
Dunedin · State secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
436 students
Tokomairiro High School
Milton · State secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
196 students
| Measure | Kaikorai Valley College Dunedin, Otago | Tokomairiro High School Milton, Otago |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 27 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #27 of 28 | #26 of 28 |
| National rank | #391 of 486 | #348 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 7-15) | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 7–13 | Years 7–13 |
| Students | 436 | 196 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 502 | 500 |
| Total roll | 436 | 196 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -11.8% | -15.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 57.1% | 78.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 50% | 54.5% |
| Māori students | 17.7% | 23.5% |
| Pacific students | 7.1% | 5.1% |
| International students | 4.4% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Dunedin | Milton |
| region | Otago | Otago |
| Website | kvcollege.co.nz | www.tokohigh.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Tokomairiro High School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (34.5 vs 26.8).
- •Tokomairiro High School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (500 vs 502).
- •Kaikorai Valley College does better on roll size (436 vs 196).
- •Kaikorai Valley College does better on roll growth (5 years) (-11.8% vs -15.6%).
- •Tokomairiro High School does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (78.8% vs 57.1%).
- •Kaikorai Valley College is the larger school with 436 students compared with 196.
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 Kaikorai Valley College better than Tokomairiro High School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Tokomairiro High School ranks higher (34.5 vs 26.8 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 Kaikorai Valley College and Tokomairiro High School?
About 46 km in a straight line, between Dunedin and Milton in Otago.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Kaikorai Valley College: 502. Tokomairiro High School: 500. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Kaikorai Valley College and Tokomairiro High School rank in Otago?
Kaikorai Valley College is 27th of 28 and Tokomairiro High School is 26th of 28 among secondary (year 7-15) schools in Otago on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).