Dawson School vs Flat Bush School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 869 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dawson School
Otara · State contributing · Years 1–6
291 students
Flat Bush School
Otara · State contributing · Years 1–6
409 students
| Measure | Dawson School Otara, Auckland | Flat Bush School Otara, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 26 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #374 of 390 | #368 of 390 |
| National rank | #1421 of 1,559 | #1408 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 291 | 409 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 515 | 520 |
| Total roll | 291 | 409 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.3% | -10.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 19.6% | 21.5% |
| Pacific students | 78% | 80% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Otara | Otara |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.dawson.school.nz/ | www.flatbush.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (25.7 vs 26.4).
- •Dawson School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (515 vs 520).
- •Flat Bush School does better on roll size (409 vs 291).
- •Dawson School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-2.3% vs -10.8%).
- •Flat Bush School is the larger school with 409 students compared with 291.
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 Dawson School better than Flat Bush 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 Dawson School and Flat Bush School?
About 869 m in a straight line, between Otara and Otara in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Dawson School: 515. Flat Bush School: 520. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Dawson School and Flat Bush School rank in Auckland?
Dawson School is 374th of 390 and Flat Bush School is 368th of 390 among contributing schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).