Awapuni School (P North) vs Awatapu College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 1.0 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Awapuni School (P North)
Awapuni · State contributing · Years 1–6
107 students
Awatapu College
West End · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
869 students
| Measure | Awapuni School (P North) Awapuni, Manawatū-Whanganui | Awatapu College West End, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 23 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #98 of 111 | #17 of 33 |
| National rank | #1458 of 1,559 | #324 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 107 | 869 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 531 | 492 |
| Total roll | 107 | 869 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 7.4% | -2.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | 76.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | 49% |
| Māori students | 57% | 32.8% |
| Pacific students | 15.9% | 8.1% |
| International students | 0% | 2.2% |
| suburb or town | Awapuni | West End |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.awapuni-primary.school.nz | www.awatapu.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Awatapu College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (37.1 vs 23.0).
- •Awatapu College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (492 vs 531).
- •Awatapu College does better on roll size (869 vs 107).
- •Awapuni School (P North) does better on roll growth (5 years) (7.4% vs -2.2%).
- •Awatapu College is the larger school with 869 students compared with 107.
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 Awapuni School (P North) better than Awatapu College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Awatapu College ranks higher (37.1 vs 23.0 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 Awapuni School (P North) and Awatapu College?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Awapuni and West End in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Awapuni School (P North): 531. Awatapu College: 492. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Awapuni School (P North) and Awatapu College rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Awapuni School (P North) is 98th of 111 and Awatapu College is 17th of 33 among contributing schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).