Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) vs Yendarra School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 468 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
Yendarra School
Otara · State contributing · Years 1–6
231 students
| Measure | Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) Otara, Auckland | Yendarra School Otara, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 26 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #370 of 390 | #372 of 390 |
| National rank | #1412 of 1,559 | #1416 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 384 | 231 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 519 | 512 |
| Total roll | 384 | 231 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.3% | -18% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 21.6% | 26.4% |
| Pacific students | 79.9% | 77.9% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Otara | Otara |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | fergusonint.school.nz/ | www.yendarra.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (26.3 vs 26.1).
- •Yendarra School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (512 vs 519).
- •Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) does better on roll size (384 vs 231).
- •Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) does better on roll growth (5 years) (-2.3% vs -18%).
- •Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) is the larger school with 384 students compared with 231.
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 Yendarra 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 Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) and Yendarra School?
About 468 m in a straight line, between Otara and Otara in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ferguson Intermediate (Otara): 519. Yendarra School: 512. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) and Yendarra School rank in Auckland?
Ferguson Intermediate (Otara) is 370th of 390 and Yendarra School is 372nd of 390 among intermediate schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).