Kahurangi School vs Scots College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 260 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kahurangi School
Strathmore Β· State full primary Β· Years 1β8
262 students
Scots College
Strathmore Β· Private composite Β· Years 1β13
1,161 students
| Measure | Kahurangi School Strathmore, Wellington | Scots College Strathmore, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 56 Top 50% | β Not rated |
| Region rank | #113 of 176 | β |
| National rank | #738 of 1,559 | β |
| Sector | State | Private |
| Type | Full Primary | Composite |
| Year range | Years 1β8 | Years 1β13 |
| Students | 262 | 1,161 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 438 | β |
| Total roll | 262 | 1,161 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -4.1% | 32.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | β | 96.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | β | β |
| Leavers with University Entrance | β | 90.8% |
| MΔori students | 35.1% | 7.8% |
| Pacific students | 28.6% | 5.9% |
| International students | 0% | 4.5% |
| suburb or town | Strathmore | Strathmore |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | kahurangi.school.nz | www.scotscollege.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- β’Scots College does better on roll size (1,161 vs 262).
- β’Scots College does better on roll growth (5 years) (32.7% vs -4.1%).
- β’Scots College is the larger school with 1,161 students compared with 262.
- β’Kahurangi School is a state school while Scots College is a private 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 Kahurangi School better than Scots College?
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 Kahurangi School and Scots College?
About 260 m in a straight line, between Strathmore and Strathmore in Wellington.
How do Kahurangi School and Scots College rank in Wellington?
Kahurangi School is 113th of 176 and Scots College is unranked among full primary schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).