Bishop Viard College vs Porirua Activity Centre
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 388 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bishop Viard College
Porirua ยท State integrated secondary (year 7-15) ยท Years 7โ13
391 students
Porirua Activity Centre
Porirua ยท State activity centre
| Measure | Bishop Viard College Porirua, Wellington | Porirua Activity Centre Porirua, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 42 Lower 50% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #34 of 46 | โ |
| National rank | #286 of 486 | โ |
| Sector | State integrated | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 7-15) | Activity Centre |
| Year range | Years 7โ13 | โ |
| Students | 391 | โ |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 505 | 569 |
| Total roll | 391 | โ |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 56.6% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 75.9% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 66.7% | โ |
| Mฤori students | 20.5% | โ |
| Pacific students | 75.4% | โ |
| International students | 0% | โ |
| suburb or town | Porirua | Porirua |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.viard.school.nz/ | โ |
The verdict
- โขBishop Viard College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (505 vs 569).
- โขBishop Viard College is a state integrated school while Porirua Activity Centre 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 Bishop Viard College better than Porirua Activity Centre?
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 Bishop Viard College and Porirua Activity Centre?
About 388 m in a straight line, between Porirua and Porirua in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Bishop Viard College: 505. Porirua Activity Centre: 569. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Bishop Viard College and Porirua Activity Centre rank in Wellington?
Bishop Viard College is 34th of 46 and Porirua Activity Centre is unranked among secondary (year 7-15) schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).