Marlborough School vs Ormiston Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 26 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marlborough School
Glenfield · State contributing · Years 1–6
426 students
Ormiston Primary School
Flat Bush · State contributing · Years 1–6
1,006 students
| Measure | Marlborough School Glenfield, Auckland | Ormiston Primary School Flat Bush, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 78 Top 25% | 91 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #122 of 390 | #16 of 390 |
| National rank | #209 of 1,559 | #17 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 426 | 1,006 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 379 | 379 |
| Total roll | 426 | 1,006 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -3.7% | 23.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 4.9% | 3.2% |
| Pacific students | 4.2% | 9.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Glenfield | Flat Bush |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.marlboroughprimary.school.nz | ormps.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Ormiston Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (91.2 vs 77.6).
- •Ormiston Primary School does better on roll size (1,006 vs 426).
- •Ormiston Primary School does better on roll growth (5 years) (23.3% vs -3.7%).
- •Ormiston Primary School is the larger school with 1,006 students compared with 426.
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 Marlborough School better than Ormiston Primary School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Ormiston Primary School ranks higher (91.2 vs 77.6 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 Marlborough School and Ormiston Primary School?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Glenfield and Flat Bush in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Marlborough School: 379. Ormiston Primary School: 379. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Marlborough School and Ormiston Primary School rank in Auckland?
Marlborough School is 122nd of 390 and Ormiston Primary School is 16th of 390 among contributing schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).