Bainesse School vs Opiki School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 8.0 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bainesse School
Palmerston North · State full primary · Years 1–8
80 students
Opiki School
Opiki · State full primary · Years 1–8
113 students
| Measure | Bainesse School Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui | Opiki School Opiki, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 35 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #72 of 111 | #25 of 111 |
| National rank | #1201 of 1,559 | #753 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 80 | 113 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 485 | 435 |
| Total roll | 80 | 113 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 20.7% | -3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 36.3% | 21.2% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 2.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Palmerston North | Opiki |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.bainesse.school.nz | opikischool.wordpress.com/ |
The verdict
- •Opiki School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (54.9 vs 35.3).
- •Opiki School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (435 vs 485).
- •Opiki School does better on roll size (113 vs 80).
- •Bainesse School does better on roll growth (5 years) (20.7% vs -3%).
- •Opiki School is the larger school with 113 students compared with 80.
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 Bainesse School better than Opiki School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Opiki School ranks higher (54.9 vs 35.3 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 Bainesse School and Opiki School?
About 8.0 km in a straight line, between Palmerston North and Opiki in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Bainesse School: 485. Opiki School: 435. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Bainesse School and Opiki School rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Bainesse School is 72nd of 111 and Opiki School is 25th of 111 among full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).