Mt Cook School (Wellington) vs Wellington High School and Com Ed Centre
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 481 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mt Cook School (Wellington)
Wellington ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
303 students
Wellington High School and Com Ed Centre
Wellington ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
1,652 students
| Measure | Mt Cook School (Wellington) Wellington, Wellington | Wellington High School and Com Ed Centre Wellington, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 77 Top 25% | 81 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #33 of 176 | #4 of 46 |
| National rank | #224 of 1,559 | #36 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 9โ13 |
| Students | 303 | 1,652 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 414 | 401 |
| Total roll | 303 | 1,652 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 4.7% | 23.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | 87.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | 71.8% |
| Mฤori students | 11.9% | 11.8% |
| Pacific students | 8.3% | 3.2% |
| International students | 0% | 3.6% |
| suburb or town | Wellington | Wellington |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.mtcook.school.nz | www.whs.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขWellington High School and Com Ed Centre scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (80.8 vs 77.2).
- โขWellington High School and Com Ed Centre does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (401 vs 414).
- โขWellington High School and Com Ed Centre does better on roll size (1,652 vs 303).
- โขWellington High School and Com Ed Centre does better on roll growth (5 years) (23.5% vs 4.7%).
- โขWellington High School and Com Ed Centre is the larger school with 1,652 students compared with 303.
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 Mt Cook School (Wellington) better than Wellington High School and Com Ed Centre?
On the Success Index (NZ), Wellington High School and Com Ed Centre ranks higher (80.8 vs 77.2 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 Mt Cook School (Wellington) and Wellington High School and Com Ed Centre?
About 481 m in a straight line, between Wellington and Wellington in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mt Cook School (Wellington): 414. Wellington High School and Com Ed Centre: 401. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mt Cook School (Wellington) and Wellington High School and Com Ed Centre rank in Wellington?
Mt Cook School (Wellington) is 33rd of 176 and Wellington High School and Com Ed Centre is 4th of 46 among full primary schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).