Arthur Miller School vs Eskdale School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, 15 km 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
Eskdale School
Napier · State full primary · Years 1–8
285 students
| Measure | Arthur Miller School Taradale, Hawke's Bay | Eskdale School Napier, Hawke's Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 62 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #14 of 69 | #12 of 69 |
| National rank | #582 of 1,559 | #571 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 324 | 285 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 425 | 423 |
| Total roll | 324 | 285 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -15.3% | -14.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 18.2% | 17.9% |
| Pacific students | 2.5% | 1.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Taradale | Napier |
| region | Hawke's Bay | Hawke's Bay |
| Website | www.ams.school.nz | www.eskdale.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (62.1 vs 62.5).
- •Eskdale School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (423 vs 425).
- •Arthur Miller School does better on roll size (324 vs 285).
- •Eskdale School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-14.7% vs -15.3%).
- •Arthur Miller School is the larger school with 324 students compared with 285.
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 Eskdale 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 Arthur Miller School and Eskdale School?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Taradale and Napier in Hawke's Bay.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Arthur Miller School: 425. Eskdale School: 423. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Arthur Miller School and Eskdale School rank in Hawke's Bay?
Arthur Miller School is 14th of 69 and Eskdale School is 12th of 69 among contributing schools in Hawke's Bay on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).