Hiruharama School vs Tikitiki School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Gisborne, New Zealand, 20 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hiruharama School
Waitakaro ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
108 students
Tikitiki School
Tikitiki ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
28 students
| Measure | Hiruharama School Waitakaro, Gisborne | Tikitiki School Tikitiki, Gisborne |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 16 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #17 of 18 | โ |
| National rank | #1542 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 108 | 28 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 543 | 538 |
| Total roll | 108 | 28 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -21.7% | -13.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 100% | 100% |
| Pacific students | 4.6% | 7.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Waitakaro | Tikitiki |
| region | Gisborne | Gisborne |
| Website | www.hiruharama.school.nz/ | www.tiki.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขBoth schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (16.1 vs 15.2).
- โขTikitiki School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (538 vs 543).
- โขHiruharama School does better on roll size (108 vs 28).
- โขTikitiki School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-13.5% vs -21.7%).
- โขHiruharama School is the larger school with 108 students compared with 28.
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 Tikitiki School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hiruharama School and Tikitiki School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Waitakaro and Tikitiki in Gisborne.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Hiruharama School: 543. Tikitiki School: 538. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Hiruharama School and Tikitiki School rank in Gisborne?
Hiruharama School is 17th of 18 and Tikitiki School is unranked among full primary schools in Gisborne on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).