Dawson School vs Rongomai School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 762 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
Rongomai School
East Tamaki · State contributing · Years 1–6
170 students
| Measure | Dawson School Otara, Auckland | Rongomai School East Tamaki, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 26 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #374 of 390 | #385 of 390 |
| National rank | #1421 of 1,559 | #1490 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 291 | 170 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 515 | 526 |
| Total roll | 291 | 170 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.3% | -16% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 19.6% | 36.5% |
| Pacific students | 78% | 81.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Otara | East Tamaki |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.dawson.school.nz/ | www.rongomai.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Dawson School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (25.7 vs 21.5).
- •Dawson School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (515 vs 526).
- •Dawson School does better on roll size (291 vs 170).
- •Dawson School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-2.3% vs -16%).
- •Dawson School is the larger school with 291 students compared with 170.
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 Rongomai School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Dawson School ranks higher (25.7 vs 21.5 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 Dawson School and Rongomai School?
About 762 m in a straight line, between Otara and East Tamaki in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Dawson School: 515. Rongomai School: 526. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Dawson School and Rongomai School rank in Auckland?
Dawson School is 374th of 390 and Rongomai School is 385th of 390 among contributing schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).