Awhitu District School vs TKKM o Waiuku
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 12 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Awhitu District School
Matakawau Β· State full primary Β· Years 1β8
108 students
TKKM o Waiuku
Auckland Β· State full primary Β· Years 1β8
26 students
| Measure | Awhitu District School Matakawau, Auckland | TKKM o Waiuku Auckland, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 38 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #314 of 390 | β |
| National rank | #1153 of 1,559 | β |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1β8 | Years 1β8 |
| Students | 108 | 26 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 472 | 472 |
| Total roll | 108 | 26 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -1.8% | β |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | β | β |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | β | β |
| Leavers with University Entrance | β | β |
| MΔori students | 30.6% | 100% |
| Pacific students | 10.2% | 19.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Matakawau | Auckland |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.awhitu.school.nz | β |
The verdict
- β’Awhitu District School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (37.8 vs 32.5).
- β’Awhitu District School does better on roll size (108 vs 26).
- β’Awhitu District School is the larger school with 108 students compared with 26.
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 Awhitu District School better than TKKM o Waiuku?
On the Success Index (NZ), Awhitu District School ranks higher (37.8 vs 32.5 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 Awhitu District School and TKKM o Waiuku?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Matakawau and Auckland in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Awhitu District School: 472. TKKM o Waiuku: 472. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Awhitu District School and TKKM o Waiuku rank in Auckland?
Awhitu District School is 314th of 390 and TKKM o Waiuku is unranked among full primary schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).