Riverina School vs Tomarata School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 79 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riverina School
Pakuranga ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
150 students
Tomarata School
Wellsford ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
99 students
| Measure | Riverina School Pakuranga, Auckland | Tomarata School Wellsford, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 46 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #274 of 390 | #306 of 390 |
| National rank | #977 of 1,559 | #1131 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ6 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 150 | 99 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 468 | 468 |
| Total roll | 150 | 99 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 2.5% | -37.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 30.7% | 32.3% |
| Pacific students | 42.7% | 11.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Pakuranga | Wellsford |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.riverina.school.nz | www.tomarata.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขRiverina School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (45.9 vs 39.2).
- โขRiverina School does better on roll size (150 vs 99).
- โขRiverina School does better on roll growth (5 years) (2.5% vs -37.7%).
- โขRiverina School is the larger school with 150 students compared with 99.
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 Riverina School better than Tomarata School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Riverina School ranks higher (45.9 vs 39.2 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 Riverina School and Tomarata School?
About 79 km in a straight line, between Pakuranga and Wellsford in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Riverina School: 468. Tomarata School: 468. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Riverina School and Tomarata School rank in Auckland?
Riverina School is 274th of 390 and Tomarata School is 306th of 390 among contributing schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).