Huntly College vs Ngaruawahia High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 11 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Huntly College
Huntly · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
205 students
Ngaruawahia High School
Ngaruawahia · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
352 students
| Measure | Huntly College Huntly, Waikato | Ngaruawahia High School Ngaruawahia, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 8 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #58 of 58 | #51 of 58 |
| National rank | #484 of 486 | #431 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 205 | 352 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 552 | 534 |
| Total roll | 205 | 352 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -15.1% | 8.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 22.9% | 59.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 14.6% | 28.6% |
| Māori students | 76.1% | 62.2% |
| Pacific students | 14.1% | 12.5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Huntly | Ngaruawahia |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.huntlycollege.school.nz | www.ngaruawahiahigh.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Ngaruawahia High School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (21.2 vs 7.8).
- •Ngaruawahia High School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (534 vs 552).
- •Ngaruawahia High School does better on roll size (352 vs 205).
- •Ngaruawahia High School does better on roll growth (5 years) (8.9% vs -15.1%).
- •Ngaruawahia High School does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (59.7% vs 22.9%).
- •Ngaruawahia High School is the larger school with 352 students compared with 205.
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 Huntly College better than Ngaruawahia High School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Ngaruawahia High School ranks higher (21.2 vs 7.8 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 Huntly College and Ngaruawahia High School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Huntly and Ngaruawahia in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Huntly College: 552. Ngaruawahia High School: 534. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Huntly College and Ngaruawahia High School rank in Waikato?
Huntly College is 58th of 58 and Ngaruawahia High School is 51st of 58 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).