Naenae College vs Otaki College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 52 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Naenae College
Lower Hutt · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
862 students
Otaki College
Ōtaki · State secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
422 students
| Measure | Naenae College Lower Hutt, Wellington | Otaki College Ōtaki, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 39 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #37 of 46 | #44 of 46 |
| National rank | #312 of 486 | #393 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 7–13 |
| Students | 862 | 422 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 500 | 495 |
| Total roll | 862 | 422 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 14.2% | -13.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 67.1% | 60.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 49.7% | 32.4% |
| Māori students | 28% | 54% |
| Pacific students | 25.3% | 10.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0.9% |
| suburb or town | Lower Hutt | Ōtaki |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.naenae-college.school.nz | www.otakicollege.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Naenae College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (39.1 vs 26.6).
- •Otaki College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (495 vs 500).
- •Naenae College does better on roll size (862 vs 422).
- •Naenae College does better on roll growth (5 years) (14.2% vs -13.6%).
- •Naenae College does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (67.1% vs 60.6%).
- •Naenae College is the larger school with 862 students compared with 422.
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 Naenae College better than Otaki College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Naenae College ranks higher (39.1 vs 26.6 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 Naenae College and Otaki College?
About 52 km in a straight line, between Lower Hutt and Ōtaki in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Naenae College: 500. Otaki College: 495. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Naenae College and Otaki College rank in Wellington?
Naenae College is 37th of 46 and Otaki College is 44th of 46 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).