Brunswick School vs Upokongaro 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.
Brunswick School
Whanganui · State full primary · Years 1–8
110 students
Upokongaro School
Upokongaro · State full primary · Years 1–8
90 students
| Measure | Brunswick School Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui | Upokongaro School Upokongaro, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 41 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #55 of 111 | #103 of 111 |
| National rank | #1086 of 1,559 | #1507 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 110 | 90 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 474 | 524 |
| Total roll | 110 | 90 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 68.7% | -14.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 24.5% | 74.4% |
| Pacific students | 4.5% | 8.9% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Whanganui | Upokongaro |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.brunswick.school.nz | www.upokongaro.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Brunswick School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (41.0 vs 20.4).
- •Brunswick School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (474 vs 524).
- •Brunswick School does better on roll size (110 vs 90).
- •Brunswick School does better on roll growth (5 years) (68.7% vs -14.3%).
- •Brunswick School is the larger school with 110 students compared with 90.
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 Brunswick School better than Upokongaro School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Brunswick School ranks higher (41.0 vs 20.4 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 Brunswick School and Upokongaro School?
About 8.0 km in a straight line, between Whanganui and Upokongaro in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Brunswick School: 474. Upokongaro School: 524. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Brunswick School and Upokongaro School rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Brunswick School is 55th of 111 and Upokongaro School is 103rd of 111 among full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).