Henderson Intermediate vs Pomaria Road School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 719 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Henderson Intermediate
Henderson ยท State intermediate ยท Years 7โ8
732 students
Pomaria Road School
Henderson ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
447 students
| Measure | Henderson Intermediate Henderson, Auckland | Pomaria Road School Henderson, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 51 Top 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #253 of 390 | #318 of 390 |
| National rank | #853 of 1,559 | #1172 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 7โ8 | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 732 | 447 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 485 | 487 |
| Total roll | 732 | 447 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 13.3% | -14.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 29.1% | 32% |
| Pacific students | 35.5% | 41.4% |
| International students | 0.1% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Henderson | Henderson |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.hendersonint.school.nz | www.pomaria.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขHenderson Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (50.7 vs 36.9).
- โขHenderson Intermediate does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (485 vs 487).
- โขHenderson Intermediate does better on roll size (732 vs 447).
- โขHenderson Intermediate does better on roll growth (5 years) (13.3% vs -14.3%).
- โขHenderson Intermediate is the larger school with 732 students compared with 447.
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 Henderson Intermediate better than Pomaria Road School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Henderson Intermediate ranks higher (50.7 vs 36.9 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 Henderson Intermediate and Pomaria Road School?
About 719 m in a straight line, between Henderson and Henderson in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Henderson Intermediate: 485. Pomaria Road School: 487. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Henderson Intermediate and Pomaria Road School rank in Auckland?
Henderson Intermediate is 253rd of 390 and Pomaria Road School is 318th of 390 among intermediate schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).