KingsWay School vs Meraki Montessori School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 2.1 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KingsWay School
Red Beach Β· State integrated composite Β· Years 1β13
2,086 students
Meraki Montessori School
Silverdale Β· Private full primary Β· Years 1β8
52 students
| Measure | KingsWay School Red Beach, Auckland | Meraki Montessori School Silverdale, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 91 Top 5% | β Not rated |
| Region rank | #3 of 101 | β |
| National rank | #3 of 486 | β |
| Sector | State integrated | Private |
| Type | Composite | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1β13 | Years 1β8 |
| Students | 2,086 | 52 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 388 | β |
| Total roll | 2,086 | 52 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 33% | 42% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 98% | β |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | β | β |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 90.5% | β |
| MΔori students | 3% | 7.7% |
| Pacific students | 1.3% | 3.8% |
| International students | 4% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Red Beach | Silverdale |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.kingsway.school.nz | www.merakimontessori.co.nz |
The verdict
- β’KingsWay School does better on roll size (2,086 vs 52).
- β’Meraki Montessori School does better on roll growth (5 years) (42% vs 33%).
- β’KingsWay School is the larger school with 2,086 students compared with 52.
- β’KingsWay School is a state integrated school while Meraki Montessori School is a private school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 KingsWay School better than Meraki Montessori 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 KingsWay School and Meraki Montessori School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Red Beach and Silverdale in Auckland.
How do KingsWay School and Meraki Montessori School rank in Auckland?
KingsWay School is 3rd of 101 and Meraki Montessori School is unranked among composite schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).