Central Takaka School vs Golden Bay High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tasman, New Zealand, 3.7 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Takaka School
Takaka · State contributing · Years 1–6
46 students
Golden Bay High School
Takaka · State secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
296 students
| Measure | Central Takaka School Takaka, Tasman | Golden Bay High School Takaka, Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 43 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| Region rank | – | #2 of 6 |
| National rank | – | #233 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 7–13 |
| Students | 46 | 296 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 458 | 450 |
| Total roll | 46 | 296 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.9% | -7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | 88.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | 30.2% |
| Māori students | 10.9% | 13.2% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 1.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0.7% |
| suburb or town | Takaka | Takaka |
| region | Tasman | Tasman |
| Website | www.centraltakaka.school.nz | www.gbh.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Golden Bay High School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (50.1 vs 42.8).
- •Golden Bay High School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (450 vs 458).
- •Golden Bay High School does better on roll size (296 vs 46).
- •Central Takaka School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-2.9% vs -7%).
- •Golden Bay High School is the larger school with 296 students compared with 46.
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 Central Takaka School better than Golden Bay High School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Golden Bay High School ranks higher (50.1 vs 42.8 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 Central Takaka School and Golden Bay High School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Takaka and Takaka in Tasman.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Central Takaka School: 458. Golden Bay High School: 450. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Central Takaka School and Golden Bay High School rank in Tasman?
Central Takaka School is unranked and Golden Bay High School is 2nd of 6 among contributing schools in Tasman on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).