Hiruharama School vs Ngata Memorial College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Gisborne, New Zealand, 6.8 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hiruharama School
Waitakaro · State full primary · Years 1–8
108 students
Ngata Memorial College
Ruatoria · State composite · Years 1–13
91 students
| Measure | Hiruharama School Waitakaro, Gisborne | Ngata Memorial College Ruatoria, Gisborne |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 16 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #17 of 18 | #12 of 15 |
| National rank | #1542 of 1,559 | #456 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Composite |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–13 |
| Students | 108 | 91 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 543 | 560 |
| Total roll | 108 | 91 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -21.7% | 30.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | 66.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | 57.1% |
| Māori students | 100% | 95.6% |
| Pacific students | 4.6% | 2.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Waitakaro | Ruatoria |
| region | Gisborne | Gisborne |
| Website | www.hiruharama.school.nz/ | www.ngatacollege.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Ngata Memorial College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (17.3 vs 16.1).
- •Hiruharama School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (543 vs 560).
- •Hiruharama School does better on roll size (108 vs 91).
- •Ngata Memorial College does better on roll growth (5 years) (30.5% vs -21.7%).
- •Hiruharama School is the larger school with 108 students compared with 91.
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 Hiruharama School better than Ngata Memorial College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Ngata Memorial College ranks higher (17.3 vs 16.1 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 Hiruharama School and Ngata Memorial College?
About 6.8 km in a straight line, between Waitakaro and Ruatoria in Gisborne.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Hiruharama School: 543. Ngata Memorial College: 560. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Hiruharama School and Ngata Memorial College rank in Gisborne?
Hiruharama School is 17th of 18 and Ngata Memorial College is 12th of 15 among full primary schools in Gisborne on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).