Hastings Intermediate vs Nuhaka School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, 102 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hastings Intermediate
Hastings · State intermediate · Years 7–8
407 students
Nuhaka School
Nuhaka · State full primary · Years 1–8
94 students
| Measure | Hastings Intermediate Hastings, Hawke's Bay | Nuhaka School Nuhaka, Hawke's Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 29 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #49 of 69 | #53 of 69 |
| National rank | #1341 of 1,559 | #1358 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 407 | 94 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 509 | 508 |
| Total roll | 407 | 94 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -10.8% | 2.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 46.2% | 79.8% |
| Pacific students | 17% | 3.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Hastings | Nuhaka |
| region | Hawke's Bay | Hawke's Bay |
| Website | www.hastingsintermediate.school.nz | nuhakaschool.yolasite.com |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (29.2 vs 28.5).
- •Nuhaka School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (508 vs 509).
- •Hastings Intermediate does better on roll size (407 vs 94).
- •Nuhaka School does better on roll growth (5 years) (2.9% vs -10.8%).
- •Hastings Intermediate is the larger school with 407 students compared with 94.
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 Hastings Intermediate better than Nuhaka 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 Hastings Intermediate and Nuhaka School?
About 102 km in a straight line, between Hastings and Nuhaka in Hawke's Bay.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Hastings Intermediate: 509. Nuhaka School: 508. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Hastings Intermediate and Nuhaka School rank in Hawke's Bay?
Hastings Intermediate is 49th of 69 and Nuhaka School is 53rd of 69 among intermediate schools in Hawke's Bay on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).