Kawerau Putauaki School vs Te Whata Tau o Putauaki
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, 2.0 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kawerau Putauaki School
Kawerau · State contributing · Years 1–6
125 students
Te Whata Tau o Putauaki
Kawerau · State composite · Years 1–13
95 students
| Measure | Kawerau Putauaki School Kawerau, Bay of Plenty | Te Whata Tau o Putauaki Kawerau, Bay of Plenty |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 22 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #89 of 101 | #28 of 34 |
| National rank | #1484 of 1,559 | #453 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Composite |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–13 |
| Students | 125 | 95 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 522 | 541 |
| Total roll | 125 | 95 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -36.4% | 27.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 84.8% | 98.9% |
| Pacific students | 5.6% | 2.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Kawerau | Kawerau |
| region | Bay of Plenty | Bay of Plenty |
| Website | www.putauaki.school.nz | www.twtop.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Kawerau Putauaki School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (21.8 vs 18.1).
- •Kawerau Putauaki School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (522 vs 541).
- •Kawerau Putauaki School does better on roll size (125 vs 95).
- •Te Whata Tau o Putauaki does better on roll growth (5 years) (27.1% vs -36.4%).
- •Kawerau Putauaki School is the larger school with 125 students compared with 95.
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 Kawerau Putauaki School better than Te Whata Tau o Putauaki?
On the Success Index (NZ), Kawerau Putauaki School ranks higher (21.8 vs 18.1 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 Kawerau Putauaki School and Te Whata Tau o Putauaki?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Kawerau and Kawerau in Bay of Plenty.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Kawerau Putauaki School: 522. Te Whata Tau o Putauaki: 541. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Kawerau Putauaki School and Te Whata Tau o Putauaki rank in Bay of Plenty?
Kawerau Putauaki School is 89th of 101 and Te Whata Tau o Putauaki is 28th of 34 among contributing schools in Bay of Plenty on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).