Auckland Point School vs Maitai School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Nelson, New Zealand, 1.3 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Auckland Point School
Nelson ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
85 students
Maitai School
Nelson ยท State special school
58 students
| Measure | Auckland Point School Nelson, Nelson | Maitai School Nelson, Nelson |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 27 Lower 50% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #14 of 14 | โ |
| National rank | #1396 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Special School |
| Year range | Years 1โ6 | โ |
| Students | 85 | 58 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 501 | 484 |
| Total roll | 85 | 58 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -33.3% | 30.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 27.1% | 24.1% |
| Pacific students | 17.6% | 8.6% |
| International students | 2.4% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Nelson | Nelson |
| region | Nelson | Nelson |
| Website | www.aps.school.nz | www.maitai.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขMaitai School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (484 vs 501).
- โขAuckland Point School does better on roll size (85 vs 58).
- โขMaitai School does better on roll growth (5 years) (30.2% vs -33.3%).
- โขAuckland Point School is the larger school with 85 students compared with 58.
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 Auckland Point School better than Maitai 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 Auckland Point School and Maitai School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Nelson and Nelson in Nelson.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Auckland Point School: 501. Maitai School: 484. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Auckland Point School and Maitai School rank in Nelson?
Auckland Point School is 14th of 14 and Maitai School is unranked among contributing schools in Nelson on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).