Arahoe School vs Kauri Park School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 13 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arahoe School
New Lynn · State contributing · Years 1–6
436 students
Kauri Park School
Beach Haven · State contributing · Years 1–6
374 students
| Measure | Arahoe School New Lynn, Auckland | Kauri Park School Beach Haven, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 77 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #131 of 390 | #143 of 390 |
| National rank | #233 of 1,559 | #258 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 436 | 374 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 385 | 384 |
| Total roll | 436 | 374 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -36.5% | -7.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 13.1% | 10.7% |
| Pacific students | 17.2% | 11% |
| International students | 0.5% | 0% |
| suburb or town | New Lynn | Beach Haven |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.arahoe.school.nz | www.kauripark.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (76.7 vs 76.0).
- •Kauri Park School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (384 vs 385).
- •Arahoe School does better on roll size (436 vs 374).
- •Kauri Park School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-7.6% vs -36.5%).
- •Arahoe School is the larger school with 436 students compared with 374.
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 Kauri Park 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 Kauri Park School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between New Lynn and Beach Haven in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Arahoe School: 385. Kauri Park School: 384. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Arahoe School and Kauri Park School rank in Auckland?
Arahoe School is 131st of 390 and Kauri Park School is 143rd of 390 among contributing schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).