Awatapu College vs Manukura
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 2.2 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Awatapu College
West End · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
869 students
Manukura
Palmerston North · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
188 students
| Measure | Awatapu College West End, Manawatū-Whanganui | Manukura Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 37 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #17 of 33 | #11 of 33 |
| National rank | #324 of 486 | #226 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 869 | 188 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 492 | 494 |
| Total roll | 869 | 188 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.2% | -1.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 76.4% | 98% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 49% | 82.4% |
| Māori students | 32.8% | 95.2% |
| Pacific students | 8.1% | 5.9% |
| International students | 2.2% | 0% |
| suburb or town | West End | Palmerston North |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.awatapu.school.nz | www.manukura.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Manukura scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (50.9 vs 37.1).
- •Awatapu College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (492 vs 494).
- •Awatapu College does better on roll size (869 vs 188).
- •Manukura does better on roll growth (5 years) (-1.5% vs -2.2%).
- •Manukura does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (98% vs 76.4%).
- •Awatapu College is the larger school with 869 students compared with 188.
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 Awatapu College better than Manukura?
On the Success Index (NZ), Manukura ranks higher (50.9 vs 37.1 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 Awatapu College and Manukura?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between West End and Palmerston North in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Awatapu College: 492. Manukura: 494. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Awatapu College and Manukura rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Awatapu College is 17th of 33 and Manukura is 11th of 33 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).