Rangitoto College is a prestigious secondary school situated on the beautiful North Shore of Auckland, New Zealand. With a school roll of 3457 as of April 2023, Rangitoto stands as the largest “brick-and-mortar” school in New Zealand. It serves students from years 9 to 13, providing a comprehensive educational experience. Patrick Gale currently holds the position of principal. Similar to other secondary schools in Auckland, Rangitoto College implements an enrolment scheme to effectively manage roll numbers and avoid overcrowding. The enrolment zone of Rangitoto College spans around 12 square kilometres (4.6 sq mi) and encompasses areas such as Browns Bay, Campbells Bay, Mairangi Bay, Murrays Bay, Pinehill, Rothesay Bay, Sunset North, and Windsor Park, as well as portions of Meadowood and Rosedale to the east of the Auckland Northern Motorway. Students residing within this zone are guaranteed enrollment without any possibility of rejection. Students who live outside the designated zone are considered for enrollment based on the order of preference in the enrollment scheme and through a secret ballot process. In March 2021, the total number of students enrolled at Rangitoto College was 3284. Among the student population, there were 1578 Pākehā/European students, 1165 Asian students, 198 Māori students, 65 Pasifika students, 87 International Students, 159 MELAA students, and 32 students from other ethnicities and demographics. Rangitoto College is situated in an area that attracts students from the most affluent backgrounds in New Zealand, making it a highly sought-after educational institution. Rangitoto College is a highly esteemed school, known for attracting students from a privileged area with minimal socio-economic challenges, according to the ERO (Education Review Office). Based on the data, it is evident that the performance of this school is on par with or surpasses the national average for schools in the top decile. Similar to top-performing schools, Rangitoto College demonstrates superior academic performance compared to schools in more socio-economically disadvantaged areas. In the years leading up to the National Certificate of Educational Achievement replacing the Bursary, Rangitoto College had the distinction of having at least one student recognised as New Zealand’s top scholar in a subject from 2001 to 2003. In 2003, Rangitoto achieved an impressive feat with three top scholars, including the top all-round Female Māori Scholar. In 2006, a student from Rangitoto College achieved the prestigious title of “Top Scholar in New Zealand” for their outstanding performance in the subject of history, as recognised by the NCEA framework. In 2013, an impressive 94.4 percent of students graduating from Rangitoto College achieved NCEA Level 1 or higher. Furthermore, 89.5 percent of students reached NCEA Level 2, demonstrating their dedication and academic prowess. Additionally, a commendable 76.3 percent of students attained University Entrance, showcasing their commitment to higher education. For all students nationally, the percentages are 85.2%, 74.2%, and 49.0% respectively. In 2021, Rangitoto College students demonstrated exceptional academic performance, with a remarkable 244 scholarship passes in the New Zealand Scholarship exams, including an impressive 34 “Outstanding” passes. A total of sixteen students achieved an impressive four or more scholarship passes, while an additional fourteen students were able to secure three scholarship passes. Six students were recognised with Outstanding Scholar Awards, which is an impressive achievement considering the limited number of recipients nationwide. Additionally, one exceptional student stood out by earning ten scholarship passes and receiving the prestigious Premier Scholar Award, placing them among the top 12 students in the entire country. The recipient of the Premier Award demonstrated exceptional academic achievements in Art History, Geography, and Statistics. Additionally, one of the recipients of the Outstanding award excelled in Health & Physical Education. For the fourth consecutive year, the school has secured its position as the leading scholarship institution in New Zealand.