Kauri Flats School vs Oratia School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 33 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kauri Flats School
Takanini · State full primary · Years 1–8
713 students
Oratia School
Oratia · State contributing · Years 1–6
448 students
| Measure | Kauri Flats School Takanini, Auckland | Oratia School Oratia, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 83 Top 5% | 70 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #49 of 390 | #177 of 390 |
| National rank | #80 of 1,559 | #398 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 713 | 448 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 410 | 410 |
| Total roll | 713 | 448 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 198.6% | -10.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 10% | 17.9% |
| Pacific students | 13.9% | 10.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Takanini | Oratia |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.kauriflats.school.nz | www.oratia.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Kauri Flats School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (83.0 vs 70.0).
- •Kauri Flats School does better on roll size (713 vs 448).
- •Kauri Flats School does better on roll growth (5 years) (198.6% vs -10.6%).
- •Kauri Flats School is the larger school with 713 students compared with 448.
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 Kauri Flats School better than Oratia School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Kauri Flats School ranks higher (83.0 vs 70.0 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 Kauri Flats School and Oratia School?
About 33 km in a straight line, between Takanini and Oratia in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Kauri Flats School: 410. Oratia School: 410. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Kauri Flats School and Oratia School rank in Auckland?
Kauri Flats School is 49th of 390 and Oratia School is 177th of 390 among full primary schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).