Blind and Low Vision Education Network NZ vs Homai School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 670 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blind and Low Vision Education Network NZ
Manurewa ยท State special school
75 students
Homai School
Manurewa ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
409 students
| Measure | Blind and Low Vision Education Network NZ Manurewa, Auckland | Homai School Manurewa, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | โ Not rated | 42 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | โ | #292 of 390 |
| National rank | โ | #1070 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Special School | Contributing |
| Year range | โ | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 75 | 409 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 480 | 505 |
| Total roll | 75 | 409 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 52.2% | 1.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 28% | 33.7% |
| Pacific students | 37.3% | 59.9% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Manurewa | Manurewa |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.blennz.school.nz | www.homai.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขBlind and Low Vision Education Network NZ does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (480 vs 505).
- โขHomai School does better on roll size (409 vs 75).
- โขBlind and Low Vision Education Network NZ does better on roll growth (5 years) (52.2% vs 1.3%).
- โขHomai School is the larger school with 409 students compared with 75.
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 Blind and Low Vision Education Network NZ better than Homai 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 Blind and Low Vision Education Network NZ and Homai School?
About 670 m in a straight line, between Manurewa and Manurewa in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Blind and Low Vision Education Network NZ: 480. Homai School: 505. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Blind and Low Vision Education Network NZ and Homai School rank in Auckland?
Blind and Low Vision Education Network NZ is unranked and Homai School is 292nd of 390 among special school schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).