Pukeatua Primary School (Wainuiomata) vs Wainuiomata Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 1.4 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 Intermediate
Wainuiomata ยท State intermediate ยท Years 7โ8
337 students
| Measure | Pukeatua Primary School (Wainuiomata) Wainuiomata, Wellington | Wainuiomata Intermediate Wainuiomata, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 22 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #175 of 176 | #134 of 176 |
| National rank | #1487 of 1,559 | #1082 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Intermediate |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 7โ8 |
| Students | 157 | 337 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 525 | 502 |
| Total roll | 157 | 337 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -14.6% | 12.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 76.4% | 45.4% |
| Pacific students | 24.8% | 24.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Wainuiomata | Wainuiomata |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.pukeatua.school.nz | www.wis.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขWainuiomata Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (41.3 vs 21.6).
- โขWainuiomata Intermediate does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (502 vs 525).
- โขWainuiomata Intermediate does better on roll size (337 vs 157).
- โขWainuiomata Intermediate does better on roll growth (5 years) (12.4% vs -14.6%).
- โขWainuiomata Intermediate is the larger school with 337 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 Intermediate?
On the Success Index (NZ), Wainuiomata Intermediate ranks higher (41.3 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 Intermediate?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Wainuiomata and Wainuiomata in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Pukeatua Primary School (Wainuiomata): 525. Wainuiomata Intermediate: 502. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Pukeatua Primary School (Wainuiomata) and Wainuiomata Intermediate rank in Wellington?
Pukeatua Primary School (Wainuiomata) is 175th of 176 and Wainuiomata Intermediate is 134th of 176 among full primary schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).