Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) vs Trentham School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 675 m 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
Trentham School
Trentham ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
377 students
| Measure | Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) Trentham, Wellington | Trentham School Trentham, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 54 Top 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #117 of 176 | #129 of 176 |
| National rank | #770 of 1,559 | #999 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 7โ8 | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 333 | 377 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 442 | 464 |
| Total roll | 333 | 377 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -25.3% | -15.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 17.7% | 25.5% |
| Pacific students | 6% | 16.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Trentham | Trentham |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.fergusson.school.nz | www.trentham.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขFergusson Intermediate (Trentham) scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (54.3 vs 45.1).
- โขFergusson Intermediate (Trentham) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (442 vs 464).
- โขTrentham School does better on roll size (377 vs 333).
- โขTrentham School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-15.6% vs -25.3%).
- โขTrentham School is the larger school with 377 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 Trentham School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) ranks higher (54.3 vs 45.1 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 Trentham School?
About 675 m in a straight line, between Trentham and Trentham in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham): 442. Trentham School: 464. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) and Trentham School rank in Wellington?
Fergusson Intermediate (Trentham) is 117th of 176 and Trentham School is 129th of 176 among intermediate schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).