Foxton School vs Poroutawhao School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 9.4 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foxton School
Foxton · State full primary · Years 1–8
86 students
Poroutawhao School
Levin · State full primary · Years 1–8
99 students
| Measure | Foxton School Foxton, Manawatū-Whanganui | Poroutawhao School Levin, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 18 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #107 of 111 | #69 of 111 |
| National rank | #1529 of 1,559 | #1190 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 86 | 99 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 547 | 476 |
| Total roll | 86 | 99 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 9.9% | -13.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 87.2% | 36.4% |
| Pacific students | 10.5% | 7.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Foxton | Levin |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.foxton.school.nz/ | www.poroutawhao.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Poroutawhao School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (35.9 vs 18.2).
- •Poroutawhao School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (476 vs 547).
- •Poroutawhao School does better on roll size (99 vs 86).
- •Foxton School does better on roll growth (5 years) (9.9% vs -13.7%).
- •Poroutawhao School is the larger school with 99 students compared with 86.
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 Foxton School better than Poroutawhao School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Poroutawhao School ranks higher (35.9 vs 18.2 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 Foxton School and Poroutawhao School?
About 9.4 km in a straight line, between Foxton and Levin in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Foxton School: 547. Poroutawhao School: 476. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Foxton School and Poroutawhao School rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Foxton School is 107th of 111 and Poroutawhao School is 69th of 111 among full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).