Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) vs Rongomai School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 748 m 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
Rongomai School
East Tamaki · State contributing · Years 1–6
170 students
| Measure | Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) Otara, Auckland | Rongomai School East Tamaki, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 26 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #370 of 390 | #385 of 390 |
| National rank | #1412 of 1,559 | #1490 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 384 | 170 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 519 | 526 |
| Total roll | 384 | 170 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.3% | -16% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 21.6% | 36.5% |
| Pacific students | 79.9% | 81.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Otara | East Tamaki |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | fergusonint.school.nz/ | www.rongomai.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (26.3 vs 21.5).
- •Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (519 vs 526).
- •Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) does better on roll size (384 vs 170).
- •Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) does better on roll growth (5 years) (-2.3% vs -16%).
- •Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) is the larger school with 384 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 Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) better than Rongomai School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) ranks higher (26.3 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 Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) and Rongomai School?
About 748 m in a straight line, between Otara and East Tamaki in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ferguson Intermediate (Otara): 519. Rongomai School: 526. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) and Rongomai School rank in Auckland?
Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) is 370th of 390 and Rongomai School is 385th of 390 among intermediate schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).