Avalon Intermediate vs Kimi Ora School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 1.2 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Avalon Intermediate
Avalon ยท State intermediate ยท Years 7โ8
174 students
Kimi Ora School
Naenae ยท State special school
137 students
| Measure | Avalon Intermediate Avalon, Wellington | Kimi Ora School Naenae, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 33 Lower 50% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #151 of 176 | โ |
| National rank | #1258 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Special School |
| Year range | Years 7โ8 | โ |
| Students | 174 | 137 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 509 | 467 |
| Total roll | 174 | 137 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 1.9% | 69.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 40.2% | 38% |
| Pacific students | 33.9% | 12.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Avalon | Naenae |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | avalonintermediate.school.nz | kimiora.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- โขKimi Ora School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (467 vs 509).
- โขAvalon Intermediate does better on roll size (174 vs 137).
- โขKimi Ora School does better on roll growth (5 years) (69.3% vs 1.9%).
- โขAvalon Intermediate is the larger school with 174 students compared with 137.
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 Avalon Intermediate better than Kimi Ora 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 Avalon Intermediate and Kimi Ora School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Avalon and Naenae in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Avalon Intermediate: 509. Kimi Ora School: 467. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Avalon Intermediate and Kimi Ora School rank in Wellington?
Avalon Intermediate is 151st of 176 and Kimi Ora School is unranked among intermediate schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).