Arakura School vs Fernlea School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 2.5 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arakura School
Wainuiomata ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
152 students
Fernlea School
Wainuiomata ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
205 students
| Measure | Arakura School Wainuiomata, Wellington | Fernlea School Wainuiomata, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 35 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #144 of 176 | #139 of 176 |
| National rank | #1220 of 1,559 | #1189 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1โ6 | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 152 | 205 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 500 | 481 |
| Total roll | 152 | 205 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 1.4% | -4.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 56.6% | 38.5% |
| Pacific students | 19.7% | 14.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Wainuiomata | Wainuiomata |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.arakura.school.nz | www.fernlea.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขFernlea School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (35.9 vs 34.5).
- โขFernlea School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (481 vs 500).
- โขFernlea School does better on roll size (205 vs 152).
- โขArakura School does better on roll growth (5 years) (1.4% vs -4.9%).
- โขFernlea School is the larger school with 205 students compared with 152.
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 Arakura School better than Fernlea School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Fernlea School ranks higher (35.9 vs 34.5 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 Arakura School and Fernlea School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Wainuiomata and Wainuiomata in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Arakura School: 500. Fernlea School: 481. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Arakura School and Fernlea School rank in Wellington?
Arakura School is 144th of 176 and Fernlea School is 139th of 176 among contributing schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).