Auckland Secondary Schools' Centre vs Ponsonby Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 800 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Auckland Secondary Schools' Centre
Herne Bay ยท State activity centre
Ponsonby Intermediate
Ponsonby ยท State intermediate ยท Years 7โ8
590 students
| Measure | Auckland Secondary Schools' Centre Herne Bay, Auckland | Ponsonby Intermediate Ponsonby, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | โ Not rated | 79 Top 10% |
| Region rank | โ | #104 of 390 |
| National rank | โ | #176 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Activity Centre | Intermediate |
| Year range | โ | Years 7โ8 |
| Students | โ | 590 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 569 | 380 |
| Total roll | โ | 590 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | โ | -7.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | โ | 6.9% |
| Pacific students | โ | 4.1% |
| International students | โ | 1.9% |
| suburb or town | Herne Bay | Ponsonby |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.assc.school.nz | www.ponsonbyintermediate.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขPonsonby Intermediate does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (380 vs 569).
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 Auckland Secondary Schools' Centre better than Ponsonby Intermediate?
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 Auckland Secondary Schools' Centre and Ponsonby Intermediate?
About 800 m in a straight line, between Herne Bay and Ponsonby in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Auckland Secondary Schools' Centre: 569. Ponsonby Intermediate: 380. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Auckland Secondary Schools' Centre and Ponsonby Intermediate rank in Auckland?
Auckland Secondary Schools' Centre is unranked and Ponsonby Intermediate is 104th of 390 among activity centre schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).