Mana College vs Porirua School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 408 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mana College
Takapuwahia · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
507 students
Porirua School
Elsdon · State contributing · Years 1–6
141 students
| Measure | Mana College Takapuwahia, Wellington | Porirua School Elsdon, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 33 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #41 of 46 | #154 of 176 |
| National rank | #355 of 486 | #1307 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 507 | 141 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 509 | 509 |
| Total roll | 507 | 141 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 6.6% | 15.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 66.3% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 43.2% | – |
| Māori students | 58.4% | 63.1% |
| Pacific students | 36.7% | 46.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Takapuwahia | Elsdon |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.mana.school.nz | www.porirua.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Mana College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (33.3 vs 30.9).
- •Mana College does better on roll size (507 vs 141).
- •Porirua School does better on roll growth (5 years) (15.9% vs 6.6%).
- •Mana College is the larger school with 507 students compared with 141.
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 Mana College better than Porirua School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Mana College ranks higher (33.3 vs 30.9 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 Mana College and Porirua School?
About 408 m in a straight line, between Takapuwahia and Elsdon in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mana College: 509. Porirua School: 509. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mana College and Porirua School rank in Wellington?
Mana College is 41st of 46 and Porirua School is 154th of 176 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).