Rathkeale College vs Wellington Hills Christian College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 82 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rathkeale College
Opaki · State integrated secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
317 students
Wellington Hills Christian College
Johnsonville · State integrated composite · Years 1–13
180 students
| Measure | Rathkeale College Opaki, Wellington | Wellington Hills Christian College Johnsonville, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 73 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #10 of 46 | #12 of 46 |
| National rank | #87 of 486 | #90 of 486 |
| Sector | State integrated | State integrated |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Composite |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 1–13 |
| Students | 317 | 180 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 415 | 414 |
| Total roll | 317 | 180 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.4% | 247.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 100% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 81.4% | – |
| Māori students | 16.4% | 6.7% |
| Pacific students | 3.8% | 8.9% |
| International students | 5.7% | 0.6% |
| suburb or town | Opaki | Johnsonville |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.rathkeale.school.nz | whcc.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (72.8 vs 72.6).
- •Wellington Hills Christian College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (414 vs 415).
- •Rathkeale College does better on roll size (317 vs 180).
- •Wellington Hills Christian College does better on roll growth (5 years) (247.1% vs -2.4%).
- •Rathkeale College is the larger school with 317 students compared with 180.
- •Rathkeale College is boys and Wellington Hills Christian College is co-educational.
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 Rathkeale College better than Wellington Hills Christian College?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Rathkeale College and Wellington Hills Christian College?
About 82 km in a straight line, between Opaki and Johnsonville in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Rathkeale College: 415. Wellington Hills Christian College: 414. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Rathkeale College and Wellington Hills Christian College rank in Wellington?
Rathkeale College is 10th of 46 and Wellington Hills Christian College is 12th of 46 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).