Bainesse School vs Waiouru School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 108 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
Waiouru School
Waiouru · State full primary · Years 1–8
93 students
| Measure | Bainesse School Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui | Waiouru School Waiouru, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 35 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #72 of 111 | #74 of 111 |
| National rank | #1201 of 1,559 | #1261 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 80 | 93 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 485 | 484 |
| Total roll | 80 | 93 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 20.7% | -15.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 36.3% | 59.1% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 10.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Palmerston North | Waiouru |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.bainesse.school.nz | www.waiouru.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Bainesse School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (35.3 vs 32.8).
- •Waiouru School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (484 vs 485).
- •Waiouru School does better on roll size (93 vs 80).
- •Bainesse School does better on roll growth (5 years) (20.7% vs -15.7%).
- •Waiouru School is the larger school with 93 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 Waiouru School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Bainesse School ranks higher (35.3 vs 32.8 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 Waiouru School?
About 108 km in a straight line, between Palmerston North and Waiouru in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Bainesse School: 485. Waiouru School: 484. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Bainesse School and Waiouru School rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Bainesse School is 72nd of 111 and Waiouru School is 74th of 111 among full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).