Omakere School vs Tikokino School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, 36 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Omakere School
Waipawa ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
79 students
Tikokino School
Tikokino ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
80 students
| Measure | Omakere School Waipawa, Hawke's Bay | Tikokino School Tikokino, Hawke's Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 56 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #20 of 69 | #21 of 69 |
| National rank | #714 of 1,559 | #724 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 79 | 80 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 437 | 438 |
| Total roll | 79 | 80 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 16.4% | 88.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 17.7% | 33.8% |
| Pacific students | 2.5% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Waipawa | Tikokino |
| region | Hawke's Bay | Hawke's Bay |
| Website | www.omakere.school.nz | www.tikokino.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขBoth schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (56.4 vs 56.0).
- โขOmakere School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (437 vs 438).
- โขTikokino School does better on roll size (80 vs 79).
- โขTikokino School does better on roll growth (5 years) (88.1% vs 16.4%).
- โขTikokino School is the larger school with 80 students compared with 79.
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 Omakere School better than Tikokino 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 Omakere School and Tikokino School?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Waipawa and Tikokino in Hawke's Bay.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Omakere School: 437. Tikokino School: 438. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Omakere School and Tikokino School rank in Hawke's Bay?
Omakere School is 20th of 69 and Tikokino School is 21st of 69 among full primary schools in Hawke's Bay on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).