Schools in Pongakawa, Bay of Plenty (2026)
1 schools · 321 students · 1 state · median Equity Index (EQI) 448.
Pongakawa, in Bay of Plenty, has 1 school in New Zealand's 2026 data, together educating about 321 students. By level there is 1 full primary; by sector 1 state.
1 of the 1 schools qualify for the Success Index (NZ). The highest-scoring is Pongakawa School (50.8, top 50% of full primary schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
Ranked schools in Pongakawa
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Bay of Plenty.
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pongakawa School Pongakawa · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 50.8 Top 50% | 448 | 321 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Pongakawa?
Pongakawa School is the highest-ranked school in Pongakawa with a Success Index (NZ) of 50.8 out of 100 (Top 50% of full primary schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Pongakawa?
Pongakawa has 1 schools (1 full primary) educating 321 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Pongakawa?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Pongakawa is 448. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.