Bombay School vs Pukekohe Christian School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 6.6 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bombay School
Bombay ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
373 students
Pukekohe Christian School
Pukekohe ยท Private composite ยท Years 1โ13
337 students
| Measure | Bombay School Bombay, Auckland | Pukekohe Christian School Pukekohe, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 81 Top 10% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #72 of 390 | โ |
| National rank | #119 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State | Private |
| Type | Full Primary | Composite |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ13 |
| Students | 373 | 337 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 407 | โ |
| Total roll | 373 | 337 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 8.7% | 7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | 100% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | 90.9% |
| Mฤori students | 18.8% | 3% |
| Pacific students | 7% | 1.5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Bombay | Pukekohe |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.bombay.school.nz | www.pcschool.co.nz |
The verdict
- โขBombay School does better on roll size (373 vs 337).
- โขBombay School does better on roll growth (5 years) (8.7% vs 7%).
- โขBombay School is the larger school with 373 students compared with 337.
- โขBombay School is a state school while Pukekohe Christian School is a private school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Bombay School better than Pukekohe Christian 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 Bombay School and Pukekohe Christian School?
About 6.6 km in a straight line, between Bombay and Pukekohe in Auckland.
How do Bombay School and Pukekohe Christian School rank in Auckland?
Bombay School is 72nd of 390 and Pukekohe Christian School is unranked among full primary schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).