Patutahi School vs Te Hapara School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Gisborne, New Zealand, 10 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Patutahi School
Patutahi ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
70 students
Te Hapara School
Te Hapara ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
205 students
| Measure | Patutahi School Patutahi, Gisborne | Te Hapara School Te Hapara, Gisborne |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 22 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #16 of 18 | #15 of 18 |
| National rank | #1481 of 1,559 | #1467 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 70 | 205 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 526 | 524 |
| Total roll | 70 | 205 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 261.9% | -20% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 95.7% | 75.6% |
| Pacific students | 4.3% | 17.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Patutahi | Te Hapara |
| region | Gisborne | Gisborne |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขBoth schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (22.0 vs 22.6).
- โขTe Hapara School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (524 vs 526).
- โขTe Hapara School does better on roll size (205 vs 70).
- โขPatutahi School does better on roll growth (5 years) (261.9% vs -20%).
- โขTe Hapara School is the larger school with 205 students compared with 70.
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 Patutahi 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 Patutahi School and Te Hapara School?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Patutahi and Te Hapara in Gisborne.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Patutahi School: 526. Te Hapara School: 524. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Patutahi School and Te Hapara School rank in Gisborne?
Patutahi School is 16th of 18 and Te Hapara School is 15th of 18 among full primary schools in Gisborne on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).