Johnsonville School vs Paparangi School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 1.3 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Johnsonville School
Johnsonville · State contributing · Years 1–6
356 students
Paparangi School
Paparangi · State contributing · Years 1–6
237 students
| Measure | Johnsonville School Johnsonville, Wellington | Paparangi School Paparangi, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 74 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #53 of 176 | #51 of 176 |
| National rank | #293 of 1,559 | #285 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 356 | 237 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 391 | 381 |
| Total roll | 356 | 237 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -6.9% | -5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 12.1% | 12.2% |
| Pacific students | 11% | 6.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Johnsonville | Paparangi |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.johnsonville.school.nz | www.paparangi.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (74.3 vs 74.5).
- •Paparangi School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (381 vs 391).
- •Johnsonville School does better on roll size (356 vs 237).
- •Paparangi School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-5% vs -6.9%).
- •Johnsonville School is the larger school with 356 students compared with 237.
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 Johnsonville School better than Paparangi 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 Johnsonville School and Paparangi School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Johnsonville and Paparangi in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Johnsonville School: 391. Paparangi School: 381. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Johnsonville School and Paparangi School rank in Wellington?
Johnsonville School is 53rd of 176 and Paparangi School is 51st of 176 among contributing schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).