Mākoura College vs Wairarapa College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 2.1 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
Wairarapa College
Masterton · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
935 students
| Measure | Mākoura College Masterton, Wellington | Wairarapa College Masterton, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 33 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #40 of 46 | #32 of 46 |
| National rank | #354 of 486 | #256 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 356 | 935 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 537 | 479 |
| Total roll | 356 | 935 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 6.8% | -12.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 82.5% | 83.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 56.3% | 59.7% |
| Māori students | 63.5% | 31.7% |
| Pacific students | 14.6% | 5.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0.2% |
| suburb or town | Masterton | Masterton |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.mc.school.nz | www.waicol.co.nz |
The verdict
- •Wairarapa College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (47.1 vs 33.4).
- •Wairarapa College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (479 vs 537).
- •Wairarapa College does better on roll size (935 vs 356).
- •Mākoura College does better on roll growth (5 years) (6.8% vs -12.2%).
- •Wairarapa College does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (83.3% vs 82.5%).
- •Wairarapa College is the larger school with 935 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 Wairarapa College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Wairarapa College ranks higher (47.1 vs 33.4 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 Wairarapa College?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Masterton and Masterton in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mākoura College: 537. Wairarapa College: 479. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mākoura College and Wairarapa College rank in Wellington?
Mākoura College is 40th of 46 and Wairarapa College is 32nd of 46 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).