Our Lady of Kapiti School vs Paraparaumu College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 2.2 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Our Lady of Kapiti School
Paraparaumu · State integrated full primary · Years 1–8
314 students
Paraparaumu College
Paraparaumu · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
1,499 students
| Measure | Our Lady of Kapiti School Paraparaumu, Wellington | Paraparaumu College Paraparaumu, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 81 Top 10% | 72 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #11 of 176 | #13 of 46 |
| National rank | #111 of 1,559 | #92 of 486 |
| Sector | State integrated | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 314 | 1,499 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 402 | 442 |
| Total roll | 314 | 1,499 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 35.1% | 12.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | 90% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | 68.8% |
| Māori students | 8.9% | 20.9% |
| Pacific students | 6.7% | 5.9% |
| International students | 0% | 4.1% |
| suburb or town | Paraparaumu | Paraparaumu |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.olok.school.nz | www.paraparaumucollege.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Our Lady of Kapiti School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (81.2 vs 72.4).
- •Our Lady of Kapiti School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (402 vs 442).
- •Paraparaumu College does better on roll size (1,499 vs 314).
- •Our Lady of Kapiti School does better on roll growth (5 years) (35.1% vs 12.4%).
- •Paraparaumu College is the larger school with 1,499 students compared with 314.
- •Our Lady of Kapiti School is a state integrated school while Paraparaumu College is a state 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 Our Lady of Kapiti School better than Paraparaumu College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Our Lady of Kapiti School ranks higher (81.2 vs 72.4 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 Our Lady of Kapiti School and Paraparaumu College?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Paraparaumu and Paraparaumu in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Our Lady of Kapiti School: 402. Paraparaumu College: 442. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Our Lady of Kapiti School and Paraparaumu College rank in Wellington?
Our Lady of Kapiti School is 11th of 176 and Paraparaumu College is 13th of 46 among full primary schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).