Heretaunga College vs Titiro Whakamua
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 313 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heretaunga College
Trentham ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
850 students
Titiro Whakamua
Trentham ยท State teen parent unit
| Measure | Heretaunga College Trentham, Wellington | Titiro Whakamua Trentham, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 45 Lower 50% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #33 of 46 | โ |
| National rank | #266 of 486 | โ |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Teen Parent Unit |
| Year range | Years 9โ13 | โ |
| Students | 850 | โ |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 471 | 569 |
| Total roll | 850 | โ |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -3.7% | -16.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 77.2% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 59.3% | โ |
| Mฤori students | 27.9% | โ |
| Pacific students | 7.6% | โ |
| International students | 0% | โ |
| suburb or town | Trentham | Trentham |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.heretaunga.school.nz | โ |
The verdict
- โขHeretaunga College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (471 vs 569).
- โขHeretaunga College does better on roll growth (5 years) (-3.7% vs -16.7%).
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 Heretaunga College better than Titiro Whakamua?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Heretaunga College and Titiro Whakamua?
About 313 m in a straight line, between Trentham and Trentham in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Heretaunga College: 471. Titiro Whakamua: 569. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Heretaunga College and Titiro Whakamua rank in Wellington?
Heretaunga College is 33rd of 46 and Titiro Whakamua is unranked among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).