Awhina School/ Activity Centre vs Te Tari Ako Matua Taiohi Education Centre
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, 43 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Awhina School/ Activity Centre
Pukehangi Β· State activity centre
Te Tari Ako Matua Taiohi Education Centre
Kawerau Β· State teen parent unit
| Measure | Awhina School/ Activity Centre Pukehangi, Bay of Plenty | Te Tari Ako Matua Taiohi Education Centre Kawerau, Bay of Plenty |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | β Not rated | β Not rated |
| Region rank | β | β |
| National rank | β | β |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Activity Centre | Teen Parent Unit |
| Year range | β | β |
| Students | β | β |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 569 | 569 |
| Total roll | β | β |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | β | 71.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | β | β |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | β | β |
| Leavers with University Entrance | β | β |
| MΔori students | β | β |
| Pacific students | β | β |
| International students | β | β |
| suburb or town | Pukehangi | Kawerau |
| region | Bay of Plenty | Bay of Plenty |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
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 Awhina School/ Activity Centre better than Te Tari Ako Matua Taiohi Education Centre?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Awhina School/ Activity Centre and Te Tari Ako Matua Taiohi Education Centre?
About 43 km in a straight line, between Pukehangi and Kawerau in Bay of Plenty.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Awhina School/ Activity Centre: 569. Te Tari Ako Matua Taiohi Education Centre: 569. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Awhina School/ Activity Centre and Te Tari Ako Matua Taiohi Education Centre rank in Bay of Plenty?
Awhina School/ Activity Centre is unranked and Te Tari Ako Matua Taiohi Education Centre is unranked among activity centre schools in Bay of Plenty on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).