Paekākāriki School vs Pukerua Bay School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 8.5 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Paekākāriki School
Paekakariki · State full primary · Years 1–8
103 students
Pukerua Bay School
Pukerua Bay · State full primary · Years 1–8
157 students
| Measure | Paekākāriki School Paekakariki, Wellington | Pukerua Bay School Pukerua Bay, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 65 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #87 of 176 | #85 of 176 |
| National rank | #504 of 1,559 | #485 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 103 | 157 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 411 | 412 |
| Total roll | 103 | 157 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -30.9% | -6.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 23.3% | 21% |
| Pacific students | 5.8% | 5.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Paekakariki | Pukerua Bay |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.paekakariki.school.nz | www.pukeruabay.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (64.8 vs 65.5).
- •Paekākāriki School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (411 vs 412).
- •Pukerua Bay School does better on roll size (157 vs 103).
- •Pukerua Bay School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-6.1% vs -30.9%).
- •Pukerua Bay School is the larger school with 157 students compared with 103.
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 Paekākāriki School better than Pukerua Bay 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 Paekākāriki School and Pukerua Bay School?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Paekakariki and Pukerua Bay in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Paekākāriki School: 411. Pukerua Bay School: 412. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Paekākāriki School and Pukerua Bay School rank in Wellington?
Paekākāriki School is 87th of 176 and Pukerua Bay School is 85th of 176 among full primary schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).