Fordell School vs Kaitoke School (Wanganui)
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 8.5 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fordell School
Fordell · State full primary · Years 1–8
130 students
Kaitoke School (Wanganui)
Whanganui · State full primary · Years 1–8
116 students
| Measure | Fordell School Fordell, Manawatū-Whanganui | Kaitoke School (Wanganui) Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 50 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #34 of 111 | #35 of 111 |
| National rank | #860 of 1,559 | #864 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 130 | 116 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 455 | 453 |
| Total roll | 130 | 116 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 13.9% | 2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 21.5% | 30.2% |
| Pacific students | 7.7% | 0.9% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Fordell | Whanganui |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.fordell.school.nz | www.kaitokeschool.com |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (50.3 vs 50.2).
- •Kaitoke School (Wanganui) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (453 vs 455).
- •Fordell School does better on roll size (130 vs 116).
- •Fordell School does better on roll growth (5 years) (13.9% vs 2%).
- •Fordell School is the larger school with 130 students compared with 116.
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 Fordell School better than Kaitoke School (Wanganui)?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Fordell School and Kaitoke School (Wanganui)?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Fordell and Whanganui in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Fordell School: 455. Kaitoke School (Wanganui): 453. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Fordell School and Kaitoke School (Wanganui) rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Fordell School is 34th of 111 and Kaitoke School (Wanganui) is 35th of 111 among full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).