Schools in Papatoetoe
Auckland · Auckland — South
There are 11 schools in and around Papatoetoe, Auckland (Auckland — South) — 7 primary, 2 intermediate, 2 secondary. Papatoetoe Central School is the highest-scoring on the SchoolsNearMe value-added composite, which compares every school against its EQI peer group. Each profile is source-linked to Education Counts, ERO and the Ministry of Education.
11 schools · refreshed from Education Counts 2026-07-12. Full methodology.
Schools in Papatoetoe ranked by value-added score
The SchoolsNearMe composite scores every level against its EQI peer group, so it surfaces schools that get the most out of their students — not just the most advantaged intake. How it's calculated.
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Wellbeing96Trajectory75ERO review78 - View profile →
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Wellbeing100Trajectory45ERO review86 - View profile →
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Wellbeing86Trajectory54ERO review81 - View profile →
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Wellbeing83Trajectory47ERO review84 - View profile →
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Wellbeing83Trajectory47ERO review79 - View profile →
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Wellbeing63Trajectory51ERO review75 - View profile →
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Academic74Outcomes44Retention85Wellbeing5Trajectory78ERO review85 - View profile →
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Academic67Outcomes24Retention81Wellbeing40Trajectory57ERO review82 - View profile →
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Wellbeing34Trajectory66ERO review67 - View profile →
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Wellbeing0Trajectory54ERO review70
What the record says about Papatoetoe schools
Plain-language summaries distilled from each school's ERO reports and Ministry records. Every claim is source-linked on the school's profile.
Papatoetoe Central School
Papatoetoe Central School received a Te Ara Huarau review in April 2024. The school demonstrates high expectations and aspirations shared by both school and community, with leadership committed to its strategic direction. It maintains a respectful and inclusive learning environment that values all cultures and backgrounds, achieving a composite score of 84.
Full source-linked profile →Puhinui School
Puhinui School's July 2024 ERO review found that all learners improved and maintained progress in reading, with most students including Māori and Pacific learners achieving at or above curriculum levels in reading, writing and mathematics. Strengths include effective teacher professional development in literacy, regular team collaboration with instructional coaching, and inclusive practices enabling all students to access the curriculum. The school has identified disparities for boys in reading and writing, and for Māori boys in writing.
Full source-linked profile →Holy Cross School (Papatoetoe)
Holy Cross School (Papatoetoe) achieves equitable and excellent outcomes for students, with sustained high levels of achievement in literacy and mathematics. Almost all Māori children are achieving within or beyond expected curriculum levels, and children with additional needs receive high quality inclusive care. The school's strengths include a positive culture responding to student needs, collaborative leadership promoting high expectations, and effective leadership that promotes equity and excellence for all learners.
Full source-linked profile →Papatoetoe South School
Papatoetoe South School's board attested to meeting all regulatory and legislative requirements as of September 2024, with board administration and curriculum requirements confirmed. The school had a board assurance review in December 2024.
Full source-linked profile →Kedgley Intermediate
Kedgley Intermediate's 2023 ERO review found that leadership collaboratively sustains a culture of relational trust and wellbeing, with the Le Va value-based model promoting collaborative relationships and belonging among ākonga, kaiako, whānau and aiga. Ākonga demonstrate school values and agency throughout the school community. The school achieved a composite score of 84.
Full source-linked profile →South Auckland S D A School
South Auckland S D A School is a full primary in Papatoetoe with 374 students. ERO's 2024 review found a strong school culture aligned with special character values, with teachers and leaders holding high expectations and a caring community supporting school initiatives. The school is working with ERO through the Te Ara Huarau approach to strengthen localised curriculum and assessment practices, with strategic priorities including establishing Te Mātaiaho 'Thriving' curriculum and improving attendance consistency to 90-95%.
Full source-linked profile →Papatoetoe West School
Papatoetoe West School is a Contributing school with a composite score of 75. The school promotes wellbeing within an inclusive learning climate and focuses professional development on culturally responsive teaching practice. Leaders and teachers use evaluation and inquiry to support equitable and excellent student outcomes.
Full source-linked profile →Papatoetoe High School
Papatoetoe High School's board assurance review in December 2023 confirmed the board had met regulatory and legislative requirements as of May 2023, with board administration and curriculum requirements verified. No composite score is currently available for this school.
Full source-linked profile →Aorere College
Aorere College's 2023 board assurance review found the board had met regulatory, legislative, board administration, and curriculum requirements as of May 2022. The school is currently subject to active limited statutory manager intervention from the Ministry of Education. No composite score is available.
Full source-linked profile →Papatoetoe East School
Papatoetoe East School is a contributing primary school in Papatoetoe with a composite score of 67. Most learners achieve at or above expected levels in reading, writing and mathematics, and the school has established strong routines and collaborative relationships with families and community. The school is working to raise achievement for Māori learners and to improve attendance, which is currently below the Ministry of Education's target.
Full source-linked profile →Papatoetoe Intermediate
Papatoetoe Intermediate's January 2024 ERO board assurance review identified non-compliance in Health, Safety and Welfare management, and in Child Protection and Appointments policies under the Children's Act 2014. The board attested to compliance in five regulatory areas: Board Administration, Curriculum, Personnel Management, Finance, and Assets. A limited statutory manager is currently active at the school.
Full source-linked profile →Frequently asked questions about Papatoetoe schools
What schools are in Papatoetoe?
Papatoetoe, Auckland has 11 schools on our records (7 primary, 2 intermediate, 2 secondary): Papatoetoe High School, Aorere College, Holy Cross School (Papatoetoe), Kedgley Intermediate, Papatoetoe Central School, Papatoetoe East School, Papatoetoe Intermediate, Papatoetoe South School, Papatoetoe West School, Puhinui School, South Auckland S D A School. Every school links to a source-backed profile with ERO history, NCEA results and audited financials.
What is the best school in Papatoetoe?
On the SchoolsNearMe value-added composite — which scores each school against its EQI peer group across all year levels — Papatoetoe Central School ranks highest among Papatoetoe schools (85/100). On NCEA and University Entrance results, Papatoetoe High School leads the local secondary schools. "Best" depends on what you value — compare profiles to weigh academic results, ERO trajectory, retention and wellbeing.
What is the school zone for Papatoetoe?
Many New Zealand state schools operate an enrolment zone (home zone), so your home address — not just the suburb — determines which in-zone state schools you can enrol at. Living in Papatoetoe does not guarantee a place at any particular school. Check each school's current zone with the school directly or use our by-address tool to see which schools cover a specific Papatoetoe address.
Decile or EQI — how are Papatoetoe schools rated for socio-economic need?
New Zealand replaced the decile system with the Equity Index (EQI) in 2023. A lower EQI means a more socio-economically advantaged community; a higher EQI means greater need. EQI is a funding tool, not a quality measure — a high-EQI school can outperform a low-EQI one. The SchoolsNearMe composite controls for EQI so a school serving a more disadvantaged community isn't unfairly penalised.
Source data: Education Counts (NCEA, retention, destinations, discipline, funding) · Ministry of Education (roll, EQI, identity) · Education Review Office (reviews).