Avalon School vs Waitohu School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 52 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Avalon School
Avalon · State contributing · Years 1–6
225 students
Waitohu School
Ōtaki · State contributing · Years 1–6
240 students
| Measure | Avalon School Avalon, Wellington | Waitohu School Ōtaki, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 34 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #148 of 176 | #146 of 176 |
| National rank | #1240 of 1,559 | #1226 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 225 | 240 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 487 | 486 |
| Total roll | 225 | 240 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -6.1% | -7.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 26.7% | 49.6% |
| Pacific students | 36% | 10.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Avalon | Ōtaki |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.avalon.school.nz | www.waitohu.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (34.0 vs 34.4).
- •Waitohu School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (486 vs 487).
- •Waitohu School does better on roll size (240 vs 225).
- •Avalon School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-6.1% vs -7.7%).
- •Waitohu School is the larger school with 240 students compared with 225.
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 School better than Waitohu 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 School and Waitohu School?
About 52 km in a straight line, between Avalon and Ōtaki in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Avalon School: 487. Waitohu School: 486. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Avalon School and Waitohu School rank in Wellington?
Avalon School is 148th of 176 and Waitohu School is 146th of 176 among contributing schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).