Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) vs Tiaho Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, 69 km 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
Tiaho Primary School
Wairoa · State full primary · Years 1–8
98 students
| Measure | Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) Maraenui, Hawke's Bay | Tiaho Primary School Wairoa, Hawke's Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 14 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #66 of 69 | #67 of 69 |
| National rank | #1552 of 1,559 | #1553 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 126 | 98 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 562 | 558 |
| Total roll | 126 | 98 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -20.7% | -65% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 99.2% | 98% |
| Pacific students | 4% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Maraenui | Wairoa |
| region | Hawke's Bay | Hawke's Bay |
| Website | www.maraenui.school.nz | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (14.2 vs 14.0).
- •Tiaho Primary School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (558 vs 562).
- •Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) does better on roll size (126 vs 98).
- •Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) does better on roll growth (5 years) (-20.7% vs -65%).
- •Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) is the larger school with 126 students compared with 98.
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 Tiaho Primary 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 Tiaho Primary School?
About 69 km in a straight line, between Maraenui and Wairoa in Hawke's Bay.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier): 562. Tiaho Primary School: 558. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) and Tiaho Primary School rank in Hawke's Bay?
Maraenui Bilingual School (Napier) is 66th of 69 and Tiaho Primary School is 67th of 69 among full primary schools in Hawke's Bay on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).