Pomare School vs Taita Central School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 1.2 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pomare School
Taita · State contributing · Years 1–6
106 students
Taita Central School
Taita · State contributing · Years 1–6
118 students
| Measure | Pomare School Taita, Wellington | Taita Central School Taita, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 27 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #165 of 176 | #167 of 176 |
| National rank | #1392 of 1,559 | #1400 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 106 | 118 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 515 | 504 |
| Total roll | 106 | 118 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 28.8% | -27.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 41.5% | 39% |
| Pacific students | 44.3% | 55.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Taita | Taita |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | – | www.taitacentral.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (27.3 vs 26.8).
- •Taita Central School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (504 vs 515).
- •Taita Central School does better on roll size (118 vs 106).
- •Pomare School does better on roll growth (5 years) (28.8% vs -27.7%).
- •Taita Central School is the larger school with 118 students compared with 106.
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 Pomare School better than Taita Central 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 Pomare School and Taita Central School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Taita and Taita in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Pomare School: 515. Taita Central School: 504. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Pomare School and Taita Central School rank in Wellington?
Pomare School is 165th of 176 and Taita Central School is 167th of 176 among contributing schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).