Iqra School vs Jireh Christian School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 1.4 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Iqra School
New Lynn · State integrated composite · Years 1–13
268 students
Jireh Christian School
Avondale · State integrated full primary · Years 1–8
294 students
| Measure | Iqra School New Lynn, Auckland | Jireh Christian School Avondale, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 77 Top 25% | 85 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #35 of 101 | #35 of 390 |
| National rank | #69 of 486 | #58 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State integrated | State integrated |
| Type | Composite | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–13 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 268 | 294 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 409 | 387 |
| Total roll | 268 | 294 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 8.3% | 39.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 0% | 2% |
| Pacific students | 2.6% | 13.9% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | New Lynn | Avondale |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.iqra.school.nz | www.jireh.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Jireh Christian School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (84.9 vs 76.5).
- •Jireh Christian School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (387 vs 409).
- •Jireh Christian School does better on roll size (294 vs 268).
- •Jireh Christian School does better on roll growth (5 years) (39.2% vs 8.3%).
- •Jireh Christian School is the larger school with 294 students compared with 268.
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 Iqra School better than Jireh Christian School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Jireh Christian School ranks higher (84.9 vs 76.5 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 Iqra School and Jireh Christian School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between New Lynn and Avondale in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Iqra School: 409. Jireh Christian School: 387. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Iqra School and Jireh Christian School rank in Auckland?
Iqra School is 35th of 101 and Jireh Christian School is 35th of 390 among composite schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).