New Lynn School vs Oaklynn Special School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 420 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
New Lynn School
New Lynn Β· State contributing Β· Years 1β6
412 students
Oaklynn Special School
New Lynn Β· State special school
232 students
| Measure | New Lynn School New Lynn, Auckland | Oaklynn Special School New Lynn, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 62 Top 50% | β Not rated |
| Region rank | #214 of 390 | β |
| National rank | #583 of 1,559 | β |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Special School |
| Year range | Years 1β6 | β |
| Students | 412 | 232 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 451 | 453 |
| Total roll | 412 | 232 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 16.8% | 30.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | β | β |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | β | β |
| Leavers with University Entrance | β | β |
| MΔori students | 14.1% | 12.5% |
| Pacific students | 21.6% | 37.5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | New Lynn | New Lynn |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.newlynn.school.nz/ | www.oaklynn.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- β’New Lynn School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (451 vs 453).
- β’New Lynn School does better on roll size (412 vs 232).
- β’Oaklynn Special School does better on roll growth (5 years) (30.8% vs 16.8%).
- β’New Lynn School is the larger school with 412 students compared with 232.
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 New Lynn School better than Oaklynn Special 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 New Lynn School and Oaklynn Special School?
About 420 m in a straight line, between New Lynn and New Lynn in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
New Lynn School: 451. Oaklynn Special School: 453. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do New Lynn School and Oaklynn Special School rank in Auckland?
New Lynn School is 214th of 390 and Oaklynn Special School is unranked among contributing schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).