Buckland School vs Pukekohe Christian School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 1.4 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buckland School
Buckland-Auckland ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
286 students
Pukekohe Christian School
Pukekohe ยท Private composite ยท Years 1โ13
337 students
| Measure | Buckland School Buckland-Auckland, Auckland | Pukekohe Christian School Pukekohe, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 64 Top 50% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #205 of 390 | โ |
| National rank | #516 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State | Private |
| Type | Full Primary | Composite |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ13 |
| Students | 286 | 337 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 433 | โ |
| Total roll | 286 | 337 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 0.8% | 7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | 100% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | 90.9% |
| Mฤori students | 19.9% | 3% |
| Pacific students | 5.9% | 1.5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Buckland-Auckland | Pukekohe |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.buckland.school.nz/ | www.pcschool.co.nz |
The verdict
- โขPukekohe Christian School does better on roll size (337 vs 286).
- โขPukekohe Christian School does better on roll growth (5 years) (7% vs 0.8%).
- โขPukekohe Christian School is the larger school with 337 students compared with 286.
- โขBuckland 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 Buckland 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 Buckland School and Pukekohe Christian School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Buckland-Auckland and Pukekohe in Auckland.
How do Buckland School and Pukekohe Christian School rank in Auckland?
Buckland School is 205th of 390 and Pukekohe Christian School is unranked among full primary schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).