Muriwai School vs Potaka School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Gisborne, New Zealand, 133 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Muriwai School
Muriwai ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
58 students
Potaka School
Hicks Bay ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
45 students
| Measure | Muriwai School Muriwai, Gisborne | Potaka School Hicks Bay, Gisborne |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 23 Lower 50% | 22 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 | 58 | 45 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 521 | 523 |
| Total roll | 58 | 45 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 114.8% | 140% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 100% | 91.1% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 4.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Muriwai | Hicks Bay |
| region | Gisborne | Gisborne |
| Website | www.muriwai.school.nz/ | โ |
The verdict
- โขMuriwai School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (23.1 vs 21.5).
- โขMuriwai School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (521 vs 523).
- โขMuriwai School does better on roll size (58 vs 45).
- โขPotaka School does better on roll growth (5 years) (140% vs 114.8%).
- โขMuriwai School is the larger school with 58 students compared with 45.
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 Muriwai School better than Potaka School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Muriwai School ranks higher (23.1 vs 21.5 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 Muriwai School and Potaka School?
About 133 km in a straight line, between Muriwai and Hicks Bay in Gisborne.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Muriwai School: 521. Potaka School: 523. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Muriwai School and Potaka School rank in Gisborne?
Muriwai School is unranked and Potaka School is unranked among full primary schools in Gisborne on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).