Galatea School vs Murupara Area School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, 6.0 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Galatea School
Galatea ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
127 students
Murupara Area School
Murupara ยท State composite ยท Years 1โ13
164 students
| Measure | Galatea School Galatea, Bay of Plenty | Murupara Area School Murupara, Bay of Plenty |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 35 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #67 of 101 | #34 of 34 |
| National rank | #1205 of 1,559 | #479 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Composite |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ13 |
| Students | 127 | 164 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 493 | 560 |
| Total roll | 127 | 164 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 15.5% | -28.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | 61.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | 44.4% |
| Mฤori students | 56.7% | 96.3% |
| Pacific students | 2.4% | 3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Galatea | Murupara |
| region | Bay of Plenty | Bay of Plenty |
| Website | www.galatea.school.nz | www.mas.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขGalatea School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (35.1 vs 11.2).
- โขGalatea School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (493 vs 560).
- โขMurupara Area School does better on roll size (164 vs 127).
- โขGalatea School does better on roll growth (5 years) (15.5% vs -28.6%).
- โขMurupara Area School is the larger school with 164 students compared with 127.
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 Galatea School better than Murupara Area School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Galatea School ranks higher (35.1 vs 11.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Galatea School and Murupara Area School?
About 6.0 km in a straight line, between Galatea and Murupara in Bay of Plenty.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Galatea School: 493. Murupara Area School: 560. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Galatea School and Murupara Area School rank in Bay of Plenty?
Galatea School is 67th of 101 and Murupara Area School is 34th of 34 among full primary schools in Bay of Plenty on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).