Ngata Memorial College vs Te Karaka Area School
A head-to-head comparison of two composite schools in Gisborne, New Zealand, 76 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ngata Memorial College
Ruatoria · State composite · Years 1–13
91 students
Te Karaka Area School
Te Karaka · State composite · Years 1–13
105 students
| Measure | Ngata Memorial College Ruatoria, Gisborne | Te Karaka Area School Te Karaka, Gisborne |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 17 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #12 of 15 | #13 of 15 |
| National rank | #456 of 486 | #458 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Composite | Composite |
| Year range | Years 1–13 | Years 1–13 |
| Students | 91 | 105 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 560 | 545 |
| Total roll | 91 | 105 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 30.5% | 15.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 66.7% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 57.1% | – |
| Māori students | 95.6% | 94.3% |
| Pacific students | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Ruatoria | Te Karaka |
| region | Gisborne | Gisborne |
| Website | www.ngatacollege.school.nz | tkas.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (17.3 vs 17.3).
- •Te Karaka Area School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (545 vs 560).
- •Te Karaka Area School does better on roll size (105 vs 91).
- •Ngata Memorial College does better on roll growth (5 years) (30.5% vs 15.5%).
- •Te Karaka Area School is the larger school with 105 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 Ngata Memorial College better than Te Karaka Area 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 Ngata Memorial College and Te Karaka Area School?
About 76 km in a straight line, between Ruatoria and Te Karaka in Gisborne.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ngata Memorial College: 560. Te Karaka Area School: 545. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ngata Memorial College and Te Karaka Area School rank in Gisborne?
Ngata Memorial College is 12th of 15 and Te Karaka Area School is 13th of 15 among composite schools in Gisborne on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).