Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) vs Rānui Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 27 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ferguson Intermediate (Otara)
Otara · State intermediate · Years 7–8
384 students
Rānui Primary School
Ranui · State contributing · Years 1–6
413 students
| Measure | Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) Otara, Auckland | Rānui Primary School Ranui, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 26 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #370 of 390 | #315 of 390 |
| National rank | #1412 of 1,559 | #1154 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 384 | 413 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 519 | 519 |
| Total roll | 384 | 413 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.3% | 15% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 21.6% | 54.7% |
| Pacific students | 79.9% | 39.5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Otara | Ranui |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | fergusonint.school.nz/ | www.ranui.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Rānui Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (37.8 vs 26.3).
- •Rānui Primary School does better on roll size (413 vs 384).
- •Rānui Primary School does better on roll growth (5 years) (15% vs -2.3%).
- •Rānui Primary School is the larger school with 413 students compared with 384.
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 Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) better than Rānui Primary School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Rānui Primary School ranks higher (37.8 vs 26.3 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 Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) and Rānui Primary School?
About 27 km in a straight line, between Otara and Ranui in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ferguson Intermediate (Otara): 519. Rānui Primary School: 519. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) and Rānui Primary School rank in Auckland?
Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) is 370th of 390 and Rānui Primary School is 315th of 390 among intermediate schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).