Central Hawkes Bay College vs Karamū High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) schools in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, 47 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Hawkes Bay College
Waipukurau · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
561 students
Karamū High School
Parkvale-Napier/Hastings · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
880 students
| Measure | Central Hawkes Bay College Waipukurau, Hawke's Bay | Karamū High School Parkvale-Napier/Hastings, Hawke's Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 40 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #12 of 25 | #14 of 25 |
| National rank | #301 of 486 | #330 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 561 | 880 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 489 | 484 |
| Total roll | 561 | 880 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 6.8% | -2.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 68.5% | 71.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 46% | 43.8% |
| Māori students | 38.7% | 37.6% |
| Pacific students | 7.1% | 8.8% |
| International students | 0.5% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Waipukurau | Parkvale-Napier/Hastings |
| region | Hawke's Bay | Hawke's Bay |
| Website | www.chbc.school.nz | www.karamu.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Central Hawkes Bay College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (40.3 vs 36.3).
- •Karamū High School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (484 vs 489).
- •Karamū High School does better on roll size (880 vs 561).
- •Central Hawkes Bay College does better on roll growth (5 years) (6.8% vs -2.3%).
- •Karamū High School does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (71.2% vs 68.5%).
- •Karamū High School is the larger school with 880 students compared with 561.
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 Central Hawkes Bay College better than Karamū High School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Central Hawkes Bay College ranks higher (40.3 vs 36.3 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 Central Hawkes Bay College and Karamū High School?
About 47 km in a straight line, between Waipukurau and Parkvale-Napier/Hastings in Hawke's Bay.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Central Hawkes Bay College: 489. Karamū High School: 484. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Central Hawkes Bay College and Karamū High School rank in Hawke's Bay?
Central Hawkes Bay College is 12th of 25 and Karamū High School is 14th of 25 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Hawke's Bay on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).