Karori West Normal School vs Mākara Model School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 2.8 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Karori West Normal School
Karori · State full primary · Years 1–8
444 students
Mākara Model School
Karori · State full primary · Years 1–8
65 students
| Measure | Karori West Normal School Karori, Wellington | Mākara Model School Karori, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 77 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #32 of 176 | #67 of 176 |
| National rank | #221 of 1,559 | #363 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 444 | 65 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 381 | 395 |
| Total roll | 444 | 65 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -14.9% | 1.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 10.4% | 16.9% |
| Pacific students | 4.1% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Karori | Karori |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.kwns.school.nz | mms.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Karori West Normal School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (77.3 vs 71.2).
- •Karori West Normal School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (381 vs 395).
- •Karori West Normal School does better on roll size (444 vs 65).
- •Mākara Model School does better on roll growth (5 years) (1.4% vs -14.9%).
- •Karori West Normal School is the larger school with 444 students compared with 65.
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 Karori West Normal School better than Mākara Model School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Karori West Normal School ranks higher (77.3 vs 71.2 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 Karori West Normal School and Mākara Model School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Karori and Karori in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Karori West Normal School: 381. Mākara Model School: 395. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Karori West Normal School and Mākara Model School rank in Wellington?
Karori West Normal School is 32nd of 176 and Mākara Model School is 67th of 176 among full primary schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).