Alfriston School vs Hobsonville School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 36 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alfriston School
Manurewa · State full primary · Years 1–8
379 students
Hobsonville School
Hobsonville · State full primary · Years 1–8
502 students
| Measure | Alfriston School Manurewa, Auckland | Hobsonville School Hobsonville, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 73 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #160 of 390 | #152 of 390 |
| National rank | #318 of 1,559 | #288 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 379 | 502 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 396 | 397 |
| Total roll | 379 | 502 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -3.3% | -17.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 9.5% | 12.9% |
| Pacific students | 16.4% | 10% |
| International students | 0% | 1% |
| suburb or town | Manurewa | Hobsonville |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.alfriston.school.nz | www.hobsonville.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Hobsonville School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (74.4 vs 73.1).
- •Alfriston School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (396 vs 397).
- •Hobsonville School does better on roll size (502 vs 379).
- •Alfriston School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-3.3% vs -17.7%).
- •Hobsonville School is the larger school with 502 students compared with 379.
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 Alfriston School better than Hobsonville School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Hobsonville School ranks higher (74.4 vs 73.1 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 Alfriston School and Hobsonville School?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Manurewa and Hobsonville in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Alfriston School: 396. Hobsonville School: 397. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Alfriston School and Hobsonville School rank in Auckland?
Alfriston School is 160th of 390 and Hobsonville School is 152nd of 390 among full primary schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).