Blind and Low Vision Education Network NZ vs Manurewa High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 890 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
Manurewa High School
Manurewa ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
2,369 students
| Measure | Blind and Low Vision Education Network NZ Manurewa, Auckland | Manurewa High School Manurewa, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | โ Not rated | 48 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | โ | #76 of 101 |
| National rank | โ | #252 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Special School | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | โ | Years 9โ13 |
| Students | 75 | 2,369 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 480 | 508 |
| Total roll | 75 | 2,369 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 52.2% | 10.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | 79.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | 63.4% |
| Mฤori students | 28% | 28.1% |
| Pacific students | 37.3% | 65.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Manurewa | Manurewa |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.blennz.school.nz | www.manurewa.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขBlind and Low Vision Education Network NZ does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (480 vs 508).
- โขManurewa High School does better on roll size (2,369 vs 75).
- โขBlind and Low Vision Education Network NZ does better on roll growth (5 years) (52.2% vs 10.2%).
- โขManurewa High School is the larger school with 2,369 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 Manurewa High 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 Manurewa High School?
About 890 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. Manurewa High School: 508. 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 Manurewa High School rank in Auckland?
Blind and Low Vision Education Network NZ is unranked and Manurewa High School is 76th of 101 among special school schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).