Tomarata School vs Wellsford School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Auckland, New Zealand, 12 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Tomarata School
Wellsford · State full primary · Years 1–8
99 students
Wellsford School
Wellsford · State full primary · Years 1–8
311 students
| Measure | Tomarata School Wellsford, Auckland | Wellsford School Wellsford, Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 39 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #306 of 390 | #323 of 390 |
| National rank | #1131 of 1,559 | #1195 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 99 | 311 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 468 | 484 |
| Total roll | 99 | 311 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -37.7% | -17.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 32.3% | 30.2% |
| Pacific students | 11.1% | 8.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Wellsford | Wellsford |
| region | Auckland | Auckland |
| Website | www.tomarata.school.nz | www.wellsford.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Tomarata School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (39.2 vs 35.7).
- •Tomarata School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (468 vs 484).
- •Wellsford School does better on roll size (311 vs 99).
- •Wellsford School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-17.9% vs -37.7%).
- •Wellsford School is the larger school with 311 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 Tomarata School better than Wellsford School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Tomarata School ranks higher (39.2 vs 35.7 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 Tomarata School and Wellsford School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Wellsford and Wellsford in Auckland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Tomarata School: 468. Wellsford School: 484. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Tomarata School and Wellsford School rank in Auckland?
Tomarata School is 306th of 390 and Wellsford School is 323rd of 390 among full primary schools in Auckland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).