Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) vs Napier Community High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, 894 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier)
Maraenui ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
126 students
Napier Community High School
Napier ยท State activity centre
| Measure | Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) Maraenui, Hawke's Bay | Napier Community High School Napier, Hawke's Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 14 Lower 50% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #66 of 69 | โ |
| National rank | #1552 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Activity Centre |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | โ |
| Students | 126 | โ |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 562 | 569 |
| Total roll | 126 | โ |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -20.7% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 99.2% | โ |
| Pacific students | 4% | โ |
| International students | 0% | โ |
| suburb or town | Maraenui | Napier |
| region | Hawke's Bay | Hawke's Bay |
| Website | www.maraenui.school.nz | โ |
The verdict
- โขMaraenui Bilingual School (Napier) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (562 vs 569).
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 Napier Community High 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 Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) and Napier Community High School?
About 894 m in a straight line, between Maraenui and Napier in Hawke's Bay.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier): 562. Napier Community High School: 569. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) and Napier Community High School rank in Hawke's Bay?
Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) is 66th of 69 and Napier Community High School is unranked among full primary schools in Hawke's Bay on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).