Kaukapakapa School vs Orakei School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 39 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kaukapakapa School
Kaukapakapa · State full primary · Years 1–8
253 students
Orakei School
Orakei · State full primary · Years 1–8
253 students
| Measure | Kaukapakapa School Kaukapakapa, Auckland | Orakei School Orakei, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 50 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #256 of 390 | #257 of 390 |
| National rank | #870 of 1,559 | #872 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 253 | 253 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 449 | 449 |
| Total roll | 253 | 253 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -7.9% | -38.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 20.9% | 54.9% |
| Pacific students | 3.2% | 21.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0.4% |
| suburb or town | Kaukapakapa | Orakei |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.kaukapakapa.school.nz | www.orakei.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (49.8 vs 49.8).
- •Kaukapakapa School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-7.9% vs -38.9%).
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 Kaukapakapa School better than Orakei 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 Kaukapakapa School and Orakei School?
About 39 km in a straight line, between Kaukapakapa and Orakei in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Kaukapakapa School: 449. Orakei School: 449. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Kaukapakapa School and Orakei School rank in Auckland?
Kaukapakapa School is 256th of 390 and Orakei School is 257th of 390 among full primary schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).