Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) vs New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 1.9 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham)
Trentham ยท State intermediate ยท Years 7โ8
333 students
New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa
Trentham ยท Charter secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
| Measure | Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) Trentham, Wellington | New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa Trentham, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 54 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #117 of 176 | โ |
| National rank | #770 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State | Charter |
| Type | Intermediate | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 7โ8 | Years 9โ13 |
| Students | 333 | โ |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 442 | 459 |
| Total roll | 333 | โ |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -25.3% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 17.7% | โ |
| Pacific students | 6% | โ |
| International students | 0% | โ |
| suburb or town | Trentham | Trentham |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.fergusson.school.nz | nzpaa.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- โขNew Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (62.6 vs 54.3).
- โขFergusson Intermediate (Trentham) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (442 vs 459).
- โขFergusson Intermediate (Trentham) is a state school while New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) better than New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa?
On the Success Index (NZ), New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa ranks higher (62.6 vs 54.3 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 Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) and New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Trentham and Trentham in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham): 442. New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa: 459. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) and New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa rank in Wellington?
Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) is 117th of 176 and New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa is unranked among intermediate schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).