Alfriston School vs Takanini School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 2.9 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alfriston School
Manurewa ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
379 students
Takanini School
Takanini ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
592 students
| Measure | Alfriston School Manurewa, Auckland | Takanini School Takanini, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 73 Top 25% | 45 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #160 of 390 | #281 of 390 |
| National rank | #318 of 1,559 | #998 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 379 | 592 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 396 | 500 |
| Total roll | 379 | 592 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -3.3% | 42.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 9.5% | 29.6% |
| Pacific students | 16.4% | 35.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Manurewa | Takanini |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.alfriston.school.nz | www.takanini.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขAlfriston School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (73.1 vs 45.1).
- โขAlfriston School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (396 vs 500).
- โขTakanini School does better on roll size (592 vs 379).
- โขTakanini School does better on roll growth (5 years) (42.3% vs -3.3%).
- โขTakanini School is the larger school with 592 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 Takanini School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Alfriston School ranks higher (73.1 vs 45.1 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 Takanini School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Manurewa and Takanini in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Alfriston School: 396. Takanini School: 500. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Alfriston School and Takanini School rank in Auckland?
Alfriston School is 160th of 390 and Takanini School is 281st of 390 among full primary schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).