Pukeatua Primary School (Wainuiomata) vs Wainuiomata High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 1.1 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pukeatua Primary School (Wainuiomata)
Wainuiomata ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
157 students
Wainuiomata High School
Wainuiomata ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
685 students
| Measure | Pukeatua Primary School (Wainuiomata) Wainuiomata, Wellington | Wainuiomata High School Wainuiomata, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 22 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #175 of 176 | #39 of 46 |
| National rank | #1487 of 1,559 | #344 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 9โ13 |
| Students | 157 | 685 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 525 | 509 |
| Total roll | 157 | 685 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -14.6% | 20.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | 67.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | 43.8% |
| Mฤori students | 76.4% | 50.1% |
| Pacific students | 24.8% | 24.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Wainuiomata | Wainuiomata |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.pukeatua.school.nz | www.wainuiomatahigh.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขWainuiomata High School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (34.8 vs 21.6).
- โขWainuiomata High School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (509 vs 525).
- โขWainuiomata High School does better on roll size (685 vs 157).
- โขWainuiomata High School does better on roll growth (5 years) (20.6% vs -14.6%).
- โขWainuiomata High School is the larger school with 685 students compared with 157.
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 Pukeatua Primary School (Wainuiomata) better than Wainuiomata High School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Wainuiomata High School ranks higher (34.8 vs 21.6 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 Pukeatua Primary School (Wainuiomata) and Wainuiomata High School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Wainuiomata and Wainuiomata in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Pukeatua Primary School (Wainuiomata): 525. Wainuiomata High School: 509. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Pukeatua Primary School (Wainuiomata) and Wainuiomata High School rank in Wellington?
Pukeatua Primary School (Wainuiomata) is 175th of 176 and Wainuiomata High School is 39th of 46 among full primary schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).