Mākoura College vs Porirua College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 69 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mākoura College
Masterton · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
356 students
Porirua College
Cannons Creek · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
573 students
| Measure | Mākoura College Masterton, Wellington | Porirua College Cannons Creek, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 33 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #40 of 46 | #43 of 46 |
| National rank | #354 of 486 | #386 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 356 | 573 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 537 | 529 |
| Total roll | 356 | 573 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 6.8% | 14.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 82.5% | 70% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 56.3% | 42.9% |
| Māori students | 63.5% | 33.9% |
| Pacific students | 14.6% | 72.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Masterton | Cannons Creek |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.mc.school.nz | www.poriruacollege.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Mākoura College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (33.4 vs 28.4).
- •Porirua College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (529 vs 537).
- •Porirua College does better on roll size (573 vs 356).
- •Porirua College does better on roll growth (5 years) (14.7% vs 6.8%).
- •Mākoura College does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (82.5% vs 70%).
- •Porirua College is the larger school with 573 students compared with 356.
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 Mākoura College better than Porirua College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Mākoura College ranks higher (33.4 vs 28.4 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 Mākoura College and Porirua College?
About 69 km in a straight line, between Masterton and Cannons Creek in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mākoura College: 537. Porirua College: 529. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mākoura College and Porirua College rank in Wellington?
Mākoura College is 40th of 46 and Porirua College is 43rd of 46 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).