Mamaku School vs Matata School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, 64 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mamaku School
Mamaku · State full primary · Years 1–8
89 students
Matata School
Matata · State full primary · Years 1–8
96 students
| Measure | Mamaku School Mamaku, Bay of Plenty | Matata School Matata, Bay of Plenty |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 23 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #85 of 101 | #83 of 101 |
| National rank | #1450 of 1,559 | #1398 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 89 | 96 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 514 | 514 |
| Total roll | 89 | 96 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -26.3% | 6.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 55.1% | 59.4% |
| Pacific students | 3.4% | 4.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Mamaku | Matata |
| region | Bay of Plenty | Bay of Plenty |
| Website | www.mamaku.school.nz | www.matata.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Matata School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (27.0 vs 23.3).
- •Matata School does better on roll size (96 vs 89).
- •Matata School does better on roll growth (5 years) (6.7% vs -26.3%).
- •Matata School is the larger school with 96 students compared with 89.
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 Mamaku School better than Matata School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Matata School ranks higher (27.0 vs 23.3 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 Mamaku School and Matata School?
About 64 km in a straight line, between Mamaku and Matata in Bay of Plenty.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mamaku School: 514. Matata School: 514. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mamaku School and Matata School rank in Bay of Plenty?
Mamaku School is 85th of 101 and Matata School is 83rd of 101 among full primary schools in Bay of Plenty on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).