Hatea-A-Rangi vs Makarika School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Gisborne, New Zealand, 22 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hatea-A-Rangi
Tokomaru Bay ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
16 students
Makarika School
Ruatoria ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
24 students
| Measure | Hatea-A-Rangi Tokomaru Bay, Gisborne | Makarika School Ruatoria, Gisborne |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 13 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | โ | โ |
| National rank | โ | โ |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 16 | 24 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 544 | 542 |
| Total roll | 16 | 24 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -41.4% | 4.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 81.3% | 91.7% |
| Pacific students | 6.3% | 4.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Tokomaru Bay | Ruatoria |
| region | Gisborne | Gisborne |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขMakarika School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (15.6 vs 13.0).
- โขMakarika School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (542 vs 544).
- โขMakarika School does better on roll size (24 vs 16).
- โขMakarika School does better on roll growth (5 years) (4.8% vs -41.4%).
- โขMakarika School is the larger school with 24 students compared with 16.
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 Hatea-A-Rangi better than Makarika School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Makarika School ranks higher (15.6 vs 13.0 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 Hatea-A-Rangi and Makarika School?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Tokomaru Bay and Ruatoria in Gisborne.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Hatea-A-Rangi: 544. Makarika School: 542. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Hatea-A-Rangi and Makarika School rank in Gisborne?
Hatea-A-Rangi is unranked and Makarika School is unranked among full primary schools in Gisborne on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).