Birkdale Intermediate vs Birkdale North School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 607 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Birkdale Intermediate
Birkdale ยท State intermediate ยท Years 7โ8
232 students
Birkdale North School
Birkdale ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
145 students
| Measure | Birkdale Intermediate Birkdale, Auckland | Birkdale North School Birkdale, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 47 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #272 of 390 | #223 of 390 |
| National rank | #950 of 1,559 | #644 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 7โ8 | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 232 | 145 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 455 | 427 |
| Total roll | 232 | 145 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -48.6% | -26.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 24.1% | 17.2% |
| Pacific students | 24.6% | 17.9% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Birkdale | Birkdale |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.bis.school.nz | www.birkdalenorth.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- โขBirkdale North School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (59.2 vs 46.9).
- โขBirkdale North School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (427 vs 455).
- โขBirkdale Intermediate does better on roll size (232 vs 145).
- โขBirkdale North School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-26.7% vs -48.6%).
- โขBirkdale Intermediate is the larger school with 232 students compared with 145.
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 Birkdale Intermediate better than Birkdale North School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Birkdale North School ranks higher (59.2 vs 46.9 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 Birkdale Intermediate and Birkdale North School?
About 607 m in a straight line, between Birkdale and Birkdale in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Birkdale Intermediate: 455. Birkdale North School: 427. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Birkdale Intermediate and Birkdale North School rank in Auckland?
Birkdale Intermediate is 272nd of 390 and Birkdale North School is 223rd of 390 among intermediate schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).