Arthur Miller School vs Bledisloe School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, 724 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arthur Miller School
Taradale · State contributing · Years 1–6
324 students
Bledisloe School
Taradale · State contributing · Years 1–6
303 students
| Measure | Arthur Miller School Taradale, Hawke's Bay | Bledisloe School Taradale, Hawke's Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 62 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #14 of 69 | #37 of 69 |
| National rank | #582 of 1,559 | #1128 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 324 | 303 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 425 | 474 |
| Total roll | 324 | 303 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -15.3% | -5.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 18.2% | 37.6% |
| Pacific students | 2.5% | 7.9% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Taradale | Taradale |
| region | Hawke's Bay | Hawke's Bay |
| Website | www.ams.school.nz | www.bledisloe.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Arthur Miller School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (62.1 vs 39.2).
- •Arthur Miller School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (425 vs 474).
- •Arthur Miller School does better on roll size (324 vs 303).
- •Bledisloe School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-5.7% vs -15.3%).
- •Arthur Miller School is the larger school with 324 students compared with 303.
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 Arthur Miller School better than Bledisloe School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Arthur Miller School ranks higher (62.1 vs 39.2 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 Arthur Miller School and Bledisloe School?
About 724 m in a straight line, between Taradale and Taradale in Hawke's Bay.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Arthur Miller School: 425. Bledisloe School: 474. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Arthur Miller School and Bledisloe School rank in Hawke's Bay?
Arthur Miller School is 14th of 69 and Bledisloe School is 37th of 69 among contributing schools in Hawke's Bay on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).