Schools in Tawhero, Manawatū-Whanganui (2026)
2 schools · 267 students · 2 state · median Equity Index (EQI) 539.
Tawhero, in Manawatū-Whanganui, has 2 schools in New Zealand's 2026 data, together educating about 267 students. By level there are 1 intermediate, 1 special school; by sector 2 state.
1 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (NZ). The highest-scoring is Te Kura Waenga O Rutherford | Rutherford Intermediate School (17.9, lower 50% of intermediate schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Te Kura Waenga O Rutherford | Rutherford Intermediate School (143 students), Arahunga School (124 students).
Ranked schools in Tawhero
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Manawatū-Whanganui.
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Te Kura Waenga O Rutherford | Rutherford Intermediate School Tawhero · Intermediate · Years 7–8 | State | 17.9 Lower 50% | 539 | 143 |
Other schools in Tawhero
Schools without a rank: fewer than 60 students, no published Equity Index (EQI), or a school type that is not scored.
Other places in Manawatū-Whanganui
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Tawhero?
Te Kura Waenga O Rutherford | Rutherford Intermediate School is the highest-ranked school in Tawhero with a Success Index (NZ) of 17.9 out of 100 (Lower 50% of intermediate schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Tawhero?
Tawhero has 2 schools (1 intermediate, 1 special school) educating 267 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Tawhero?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Tawhero is 539. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.