East Tamaki School vs Mayfield School (Auckland)
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 1.1 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Tamaki School
East Tamaki · State contributing · Years 1–6
175 students
Mayfield School (Auckland)
Otara · State contributing · Years 1–6
301 students
| Measure | East Tamaki School East Tamaki, Auckland | Mayfield School (Auckland) Otara, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 25 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #376 of 390 | #378 of 390 |
| National rank | #1432 of 1,559 | #1443 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 175 | 301 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 513 | 520 |
| Total roll | 175 | 301 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -23.1% | -19.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 22.9% | 23.3% |
| Pacific students | 78.3% | 78.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | East Tamaki | Otara |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.easttamaki.school.nz/ | www.mayfieldauckland.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (25.3 vs 24.4).
- •East Tamaki School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (513 vs 520).
- •Mayfield School (Auckland) does better on roll size (301 vs 175).
- •Mayfield School (Auckland) does better on roll growth (5 years) (-19.7% vs -23.1%).
- •Mayfield School (Auckland) is the larger school with 301 students compared with 175.
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 East Tamaki School better than Mayfield School (Auckland)?
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 East Tamaki School and Mayfield School (Auckland)?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between East Tamaki and Otara in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
East Tamaki School: 513. Mayfield School (Auckland): 520. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do East Tamaki School and Mayfield School (Auckland) rank in Auckland?
East Tamaki School is 376th of 390 and Mayfield School (Auckland) is 378th of 390 among contributing schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).