Altum Academy vs Ōtari School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 762 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Altum Academy
Wilton · Charter secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
Ōtari School
Wilton · State full primary · Years 1–8
201 students
| Measure | Altum Academy Wilton, Wellington | Ōtari School Wilton, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 99 Top 5% | 72 Top 25% |
| Region rank | – | #63 of 176 |
| National rank | – | #341 of 1,559 |
| Sector | Charter | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 7-15) | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 7–13 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | – | 201 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 375 | 393 |
| Total roll | – | 201 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | – | -3.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | – | 40.3% |
| Pacific students | – | 11.9% |
| International students | – | 0% |
| suburb or town | Wilton | Wilton |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.altum.school.nz/ | www.otari.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Altum Academy scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (99.2 vs 72.0).
- •Altum Academy does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (375 vs 393).
- •Altum Academy is a charter school while Ōtari School is a state school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Altum Academy better than Ōtari School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Altum Academy ranks higher (99.2 vs 72.0 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 Altum Academy and Ōtari School?
About 762 m in a straight line, between Wilton and Wilton in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Altum Academy: 375. Ōtari School: 393. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Altum Academy and Ōtari School rank in Wellington?
Altum Academy is unranked and Ōtari School is 63rd of 176 among secondary (year 7-15) schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).