Pukehamoamoa 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.
Pukehamoamoa School
Hastings · State full primary · Years 1–8
60 students
Tikokino School
Tikokino · State full primary · Years 1–8
80 students
| Measure | Pukehamoamoa School Hastings, Hawke's Bay | Tikokino School Tikokino, Hawke's Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 53 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #24 of 69 | #21 of 69 |
| National rank | #799 of 1,559 | #724 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 60 | 80 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 437 | 438 |
| Total roll | 60 | 80 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -26.7% | 88.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 20% | 33.8% |
| Pacific students | 3.3% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Hastings | Tikokino |
| region | Hawke's Bay | Hawke's Bay |
| Website | www.pukehamoamoa.school.nz | www.tikokino.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Tikokino School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (56.0 vs 53.1).
- •Pukehamoamoa School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (437 vs 438).
- •Tikokino School does better on roll size (80 vs 60).
- •Tikokino School does better on roll growth (5 years) (88.1% vs -26.7%).
- •Tikokino School is the larger school with 80 students compared with 60.
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 Pukehamoamoa School better than Tikokino School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Tikokino School ranks higher (56.0 vs 53.1 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 Pukehamoamoa School and Tikokino School?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Hastings and Tikokino in Hawke's Bay.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Pukehamoamoa School: 437. Tikokino School: 438. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Pukehamoamoa School and Tikokino School rank in Hawke's Bay?
Pukehamoamoa School is 24th of 69 and Tikokino School is 21st of 69 among full primary schools in Hawke's Bay on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).