Greenmeadows School vs Pukehamoamoa 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.
Greenmeadows School
Greenmeadows · State contributing · Years 1–6
495 students
Pukehamoamoa School
Hastings · State full primary · Years 1–8
60 students
| Measure | Greenmeadows School Greenmeadows, Hawke's Bay | Pukehamoamoa School Hastings, Hawke's Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 71 Top 25% | 53 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #7 of 69 | #24 of 69 |
| National rank | #373 of 1,559 | #799 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 495 | 60 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 436 | 437 |
| Total roll | 495 | 60 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 6.2% | -26.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 22.2% | 20% |
| Pacific students | 3% | 3.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Greenmeadows | Hastings |
| region | Hawke's Bay | Hawke's Bay |
| Website | www.gms.school.nz | www.pukehamoamoa.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Greenmeadows School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (70.9 vs 53.1).
- •Greenmeadows School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (436 vs 437).
- •Greenmeadows School does better on roll size (495 vs 60).
- •Greenmeadows School does better on roll growth (5 years) (6.2% vs -26.7%).
- •Greenmeadows School is the larger school with 495 students compared with 60.
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 Greenmeadows School better than Pukehamoamoa School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Greenmeadows School ranks higher (70.9 vs 53.1 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 Greenmeadows School and Pukehamoamoa School?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Greenmeadows and Hastings in Hawke's Bay.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Greenmeadows School: 436. Pukehamoamoa School: 437. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Greenmeadows School and Pukehamoamoa School rank in Hawke's Bay?
Greenmeadows School is 7th of 69 and Pukehamoamoa School is 24th of 69 among contributing schools in Hawke's Bay on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).