Avalon Intermediate vs Rata Street 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 · State intermediate · Years 7–8
174 students
Rata Street School
Naenae · State contributing · Years 1–6
326 students
| Measure | Avalon Intermediate Avalon, Wellington | Rata Street School Naenae, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 33 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #151 of 176 | #161 of 176 |
| National rank | #1258 of 1,559 | #1361 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 174 | 326 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 509 | 507 |
| Total roll | 174 | 326 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 1.9% | -15% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 40.2% | 45.4% |
| Pacific students | 33.9% | 27% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Avalon | Naenae |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | avalonintermediate.school.nz | www.ratastreet.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Avalon Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (32.8 vs 28.4).
- •Rata Street School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (507 vs 509).
- •Rata Street School does better on roll size (326 vs 174).
- •Avalon Intermediate does better on roll growth (5 years) (1.9% vs -15%).
- •Rata Street School is the larger school with 326 students compared with 174.
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 Rata Street School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Avalon Intermediate ranks higher (32.8 vs 28.4 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 Avalon Intermediate and Rata Street 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. Rata Street School: 507. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Avalon Intermediate and Rata Street School rank in Wellington?
Avalon Intermediate is 151st of 176 and Rata Street School is 161st of 176 among intermediate schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).