Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) vs Paraparaumu Beach School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 26 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham)
Trentham · State intermediate · Years 7–8
333 students
Paraparaumu Beach School
Paraparaumu Beach · State full primary · Years 1–8
483 students
| Measure | Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) Trentham, Wellington | Paraparaumu Beach School Paraparaumu Beach, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 54 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #117 of 176 | #111 of 176 |
| National rank | #770 of 1,559 | #727 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 333 | 483 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 442 | 443 |
| Total roll | 333 | 483 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -25.3% | -20.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 17.7% | 21.3% |
| Pacific students | 6% | 6.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Trentham | Paraparaumu Beach |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.fergusson.school.nz | www.pbs.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Paraparaumu Beach School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (55.9 vs 54.3).
- •Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (442 vs 443).
- •Paraparaumu Beach School does better on roll size (483 vs 333).
- •Paraparaumu Beach School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-20.5% vs -25.3%).
- •Paraparaumu Beach School is the larger school with 483 students compared with 333.
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 Paraparaumu Beach School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Paraparaumu Beach School ranks higher (55.9 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 Paraparaumu Beach School?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Trentham and Paraparaumu Beach in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham): 442. Paraparaumu Beach School: 443. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) and Paraparaumu Beach School rank in Wellington?
Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) is 117th of 176 and Paraparaumu Beach School is 111th of 176 among intermediate schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).