Arahoe School vs Green Bay Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 993 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arahoe School
New Lynn ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
436 students
Green Bay Primary School
Green Bay ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
630 students
| Measure | Arahoe School New Lynn, Auckland | Green Bay Primary School Green Bay, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 77 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #131 of 390 | #126 of 390 |
| National rank | #233 of 1,559 | #220 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ6 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 436 | 630 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 385 | 391 |
| Total roll | 436 | 630 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -36.5% | -3.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 13.1% | 10.8% |
| Pacific students | 17.2% | 13% |
| International students | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| suburb or town | New Lynn | Green Bay |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.arahoe.school.nz | greenbay.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- โขBoth schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (76.7 vs 77.3).
- โขArahoe School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (385 vs 391).
- โขGreen Bay Primary School does better on roll size (630 vs 436).
- โขGreen Bay Primary School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-3.5% vs -36.5%).
- โขGreen Bay Primary School is the larger school with 630 students compared with 436.
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 Arahoe School better than Green Bay Primary School?
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 Arahoe School and Green Bay Primary School?
About 993 m in a straight line, between New Lynn and Green Bay in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Arahoe School: 385. Green Bay Primary School: 391. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Arahoe School and Green Bay Primary School rank in Auckland?
Arahoe School is 131st of 390 and Green Bay Primary School is 126th of 390 among contributing schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).