Schools in Takapuna
Auckland · Auckland — North
There are 10 schools in and around Takapuna, Auckland (Auckland — North) — 4 primary, 1 intermediate, 5 secondary. Takapuna Normal Intermediate is the highest-scoring on the SchoolsNearMe value-added composite, which compares every school against its EQI peer group. Each profile is source-linked to Education Counts, ERO and the Ministry of Education.
10 schools · refreshed from Education Counts 2026-07-12. Full methodology.
Schools in Takapuna ranked by value-added score
The SchoolsNearMe composite scores every level against its EQI peer group, so it surfaces schools that get the most out of their students — not just the most advantaged intake. How it's calculated.
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86
/ 100 composite
Wellbeing98Trajectory72ERO review85 - View profile →
84
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Wellbeing100Trajectory59ERO review85 - 3Takapuna Grammar School
Takapuna · Secondary (Year 9-15) · 2,183 students · EQI <420 (most advantaged)
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/ 100 composite
Academic90Outcomes62Retention93Wellbeing95Trajectory79ERO review85 - 4Westlake Girls' High School
Takapuna · Secondary (Year 9-15) · 2,319 students · EQI <420 (most advantaged)
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/ 100 composite
Academic93Outcomes71Retention96Wellbeing88Trajectory52ERO review73 - View profile →
82
/ 100 composite
Academic—Outcomes—Retention75Wellbeing—Trajectory100ERO review75 - View profile →
81
/ 100 composite
Wellbeing100Trajectory52ERO review82 - 7Westlake Boys High School
Takapuna · Secondary (Year 9-15) · 2,760 students · EQI <420 (most advantaged)
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/ 100 composite
Academic93Outcomes72Retention92Wellbeing46Trajectory72ERO review86 - View profile →
80
/ 100 composite
Academic90Outcomes67Retention94Wellbeing71Trajectory57ERO review85 - 9St Joseph's Catholic School (Takapuna)
Takapuna · Contributing · 462 students · EQI <420 (most advantaged)
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/ 100 composite
Wellbeing100Trajectory54ERO review75 - View profile →
75
/ 100 composite
Wellbeing100Trajectory26ERO review83
What the record says about Takapuna schools
Plain-language summaries distilled from each school's ERO reports and Ministry records. Every claim is source-linked on the school's profile.
Takapuna Normal Intermediate
Takapuna Normal Intermediate received a regular ERO review in March 2025. Most learners achieve at or expected curriculum levels in reading, writing and mathematics by the end of Years 7 and 8, with high attendance rates exceeding Ministry targets. The school demonstrates strong leadership that fosters collaboration and continuous improvement, with teachers using targeted information to maintain high expectations within a caring culture.
Full source-linked profile →Summit Point School
Summit Point School's 2023 special ERO review found the school meets all registration criteria for private schools under the Education and Training Act 2020. The review confirmed suitable premises, staffing appropriate to the school's size and curriculum, and adequate equipment for curriculum delivery. The school maintains suitable policies and procedures for student safety, with a composite score of 85.
Full source-linked profile →Takapuna Grammar School
Takapuna Grammar School's 2023 ERO review found consistent, high quality educational outcomes across academic and extra-curricular activities. The school provides a safe, inclusive environment built on traditions, manaakitanga and ako, supported by a Special Education Unit and Tū Tangata programme. Effective leadership promotes accessibility to a wide range of programmes.
Full source-linked profile →Westlake Girls' High School
Westlake Girls' High School sustains high levels of achievement for learners, with successful reduction in the gap between University Entrance and Level 3 attainment while improving overall results in these areas. Senior leaders demonstrate good understanding of internal evaluation and are focused on continuous improvement with attention to school achievement data and student wellbeing. The school has a composite score of 73.
Full source-linked profile →Hauraki School
Hauraki School received a composite score of 82 from an ERO review in March 2020. The review found that most students, including Māori, achieve at or above curriculum expectations in literacy and mathematics, and that the school is highly effective in accelerating learning for Māori students and those needing additional support. School leaders foster a collaborative team approach that builds relational trust across the school community, supported by strong professional guidance and well-coordinated support for diverse educational and behavioural needs.
Full source-linked profile →Westlake Boys High School
Westlake Boys High School received a regular ERO review in May 2019 with a composite score of 86. The school demonstrated excellent senior qualification outcomes sustained over three years, with Māori and Pacific students achieving very high retention and success rates through effective learning acceleration strategies. ERO identified strong governance and leadership partnerships, responsive curriculum practices, and effective teaching and learning as key strengths.
Full source-linked profile →Rosmini College
Rosmini College is a signatory to the Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Learners) Code of Practice 2021 and has attested compliance with all aspects. ERO found high quality processes for annual self-review and provision of pastoral care of international students, supported by well-established leadership and a welcoming, inclusive environment. The school had 17 international students at the time of review. Composite score: 85.
Full source-linked profile →St Joseph's Catholic School (Takapuna)
St Joseph's Catholic School (Takapuna) is a contributing school in Takapuna with a roll of 462 students. The Board's 2023 assurance review confirmed compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements for Board Administration, Curriculum, and Health, Safety and Welfare management. No composite score or ERO effectiveness rating is available.
Full source-linked profile →Takapuna School
Takapuna School's 2023 ERO review found strengths in collaborative and embedded teaching practices, leadership focused on continuous improvement through internal evaluation, and strong whānau, community and ākonga engagement with learning. The school achieved a composite score of 83.
Full source-linked profile →Frequently asked questions about Takapuna schools
What schools are in Takapuna?
Takapuna, Auckland has 10 schools on our records (4 primary, 1 intermediate, 5 secondary): Takapuna Grammar School, Westlake Boys High School, Westlake Girls' High School, Rosmini College, Summit Point School, Crimson AGE School, Hauraki School, St Joseph's Catholic School (Takapuna), Takapuna Normal Intermediate, Takapuna School. Every school links to a source-backed profile with ERO history, NCEA results and audited financials.
What is the best school in Takapuna?
On the SchoolsNearMe value-added composite — which scores each school against its EQI peer group across all year levels — Takapuna Normal Intermediate ranks highest among Takapuna schools (86/100). On NCEA and University Entrance results, Westlake Boys High School leads the local secondary schools. "Best" depends on what you value — compare profiles to weigh academic results, ERO trajectory, retention and wellbeing.
What is the school zone for Takapuna?
Many New Zealand state schools operate an enrolment zone (home zone), so your home address — not just the suburb — determines which in-zone state schools you can enrol at. Living in Takapuna does not guarantee a place at any particular school. Check each school's current zone with the school directly or use our by-address tool to see which schools cover a specific Takapuna address.
Decile or EQI — how are Takapuna schools rated for socio-economic need?
New Zealand replaced the decile system with the Equity Index (EQI) in 2023. A lower EQI means a more socio-economically advantaged community; a higher EQI means greater need. EQI is a funding tool, not a quality measure — a high-EQI school can outperform a low-EQI one. The SchoolsNearMe composite controls for EQI so a school serving a more disadvantaged community isn't unfairly penalised.
Source data: Education Counts (NCEA, retention, destinations, discipline, funding) · Ministry of Education (roll, EQI, identity) · Education Review Office (reviews).