Kaitoke School (Claris) vs Mulberry Grove School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 6.5 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kaitoke School (Claris)
Claris ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
54 students
Mulberry Grove School
Tryphena ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
17 students
| Measure | Kaitoke School (Claris) Claris, Auckland | Mulberry Grove School Tryphena, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 41 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | โ | โ |
| National rank | โ | โ |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 54 | 17 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 467 | 482 |
| Total roll | 54 | 17 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 28.9% | 12% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 27.8% | 35.3% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 17.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Claris | Tryphena |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.kaitoke.school.nz/ | www.mulberrygrove.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขKaitoke School (Claris) scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (40.8 vs 32.6).
- โขKaitoke School (Claris) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (467 vs 482).
- โขKaitoke School (Claris) does better on roll size (54 vs 17).
- โขKaitoke School (Claris) does better on roll growth (5 years) (28.9% vs 12%).
- โขKaitoke School (Claris) is the larger school with 54 students compared with 17.
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 Kaitoke School (Claris) better than Mulberry Grove School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Kaitoke School (Claris) ranks higher (40.8 vs 32.6 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 Kaitoke School (Claris) and Mulberry Grove School?
About 6.5 km in a straight line, between Claris and Tryphena in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Kaitoke School (Claris): 467. Mulberry Grove School: 482. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Kaitoke School (Claris) and Mulberry Grove School rank in Auckland?
Kaitoke School (Claris) is unranked and Mulberry Grove School is unranked among full primary schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).