Colwill School Massey vs Panmure Bridge School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 22 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Colwill School Massey
Massey · State full primary · Years 1–8
257 students
Panmure Bridge School
Panmure · State full primary · Years 1–8
209 students
| Measure | Colwill School Massey Massey, Auckland | Panmure Bridge School Panmure, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 40 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #299 of 390 | #353 of 390 |
| National rank | #1110 of 1,559 | #1328 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 257 | 209 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 499 | 499 |
| Total roll | 257 | 209 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 20.9% | -4.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 25.7% | 35.4% |
| Pacific students | 43.2% | 60.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Massey | Panmure |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.colwill.school.nz | www.panmurebridge.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Colwill School Massey scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (39.8 vs 29.9).
- •Colwill School Massey does better on roll size (257 vs 209).
- •Colwill School Massey does better on roll growth (5 years) (20.9% vs -4.8%).
- •Colwill School Massey is the larger school with 257 students compared with 209.
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 Colwill School Massey better than Panmure Bridge School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Colwill School Massey ranks higher (39.8 vs 29.9 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 Colwill School Massey and Panmure Bridge School?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Massey and Panmure in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Colwill School Massey: 499. Panmure Bridge School: 499. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Colwill School Massey and Panmure Bridge School rank in Auckland?
Colwill School Massey is 299th of 390 and Panmure Bridge School is 353rd of 390 among full primary schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).