Schools in Ohakune, Manawatū-Whanganui (2026)
3 schools · 566 students · 3 state · median Equity Index (EQI) 502.
Ohakune, in Manawatū-Whanganui, has 3 schools in New Zealand's 2026 data, together educating about 566 students. By level there are 2 full primary, 1 secondary (year 9-15); by sector 3 state.
The median Equity Index (EQI) across Ohakune's schools is 502, above the Manawatū-Whanganui median of 487. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
2 of the 3 schools qualify for the Success Index (NZ). The highest-scoring is Ohakune School (49.8, top 50% of full primary schools nationally), followed by Ruapehu College (31.2, lower 50% of secondary (year 9-15) schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Ohakune School (267 students), Ruapehu College (246 students), TKKM o Ngati Rangi (53 students).
Ranked schools in Ohakune
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Manawatū-Whanganui.
- 150Ohakune SchoolOhakune · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 472 · 267 students
- 231Ruapehu CollegeOhakune · State Secondary (Year 9-15)Equity Index (EQI) 502 · 246 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ohakune School Ohakune · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 49.8 Top 50% | 472 | 267 |
| 2 | Ruapehu College Ohakune · Secondary (Year 9-15) · Years 9–13 | State | 31.2 Lower 50% | 502 | 246 |
Other schools in Ohakune
Schools without a rank: fewer than 60 students, no published Equity Index (EQI), or a school type that is not scored.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Ohakune?
Ohakune School is the highest-ranked school in Ohakune with a Success Index (NZ) of 49.8 out of 100 (Top 50% of full primary schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Ohakune?
Ohakune has 3 schools (2 full primary, 1 secondary (year 9-15)) educating 566 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Ohakune?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Ohakune is 502. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.