Muriwai School vs Te Hapara School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Gisborne, New Zealand, 14 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Muriwai School
Muriwai · State full primary · Years 1–8
58 students
Te Hapara School
Te Hapara · State contributing · Years 1–6
205 students
| Measure | Muriwai School Muriwai, Gisborne | Te Hapara School Te Hapara, Gisborne |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 23 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #15 of 18 |
| National rank | – | #1467 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 58 | 205 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 521 | 524 |
| Total roll | 58 | 205 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 114.8% | -20% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 100% | 75.6% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 17.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Muriwai | Te Hapara |
| region | Gisborne | Gisborne |
| Website | www.muriwai.school.nz/ | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (23.1 vs 22.6).
- •Muriwai School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (521 vs 524).
- •Te Hapara School does better on roll size (205 vs 58).
- •Muriwai School does better on roll growth (5 years) (114.8% vs -20%).
- •Te Hapara School is the larger school with 205 students compared with 58.
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 Te Hapara 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 Muriwai School and Te Hapara School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Muriwai and Te Hapara in Gisborne.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Muriwai School: 521. Te Hapara School: 524. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Muriwai School and Te Hapara School rank in Gisborne?
Muriwai School is unranked and Te Hapara School is 15th of 18 among full primary schools in Gisborne on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).