Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) vs Marewa School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, 870 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier)
Maraenui · State full primary · Years 1–8
126 students
Marewa School
Marewa · State contributing · Years 1–6
261 students
| Measure | Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) Maraenui, Hawke's Bay | Marewa School Marewa, Hawke's Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 14 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #66 of 69 | #65 of 69 |
| National rank | #1552 of 1,559 | #1527 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 126 | 261 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 562 | 542 |
| Total roll | 126 | 261 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -20.7% | -7.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 99.2% | 68.6% |
| Pacific students | 4% | 19.5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Maraenui | Marewa |
| region | Hawke's Bay | Hawke's Bay |
| Website | www.maraenui.school.nz | www.marewa.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Marewa School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (18.4 vs 14.2).
- •Marewa School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (542 vs 562).
- •Marewa School does better on roll size (261 vs 126).
- •Marewa School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-7.2% vs -20.7%).
- •Marewa School is the larger school with 261 students compared with 126.
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 Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) better than Marewa School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Marewa School ranks higher (18.4 vs 14.2 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 Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) and Marewa School?
About 870 m in a straight line, between Maraenui and Marewa in Hawke's Bay.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier): 562. Marewa School: 542. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) and Marewa School rank in Hawke's Bay?
Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) is 66th of 69 and Marewa School is 65th of 69 among full primary schools in Hawke's Bay on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).