Hokowhitu School vs Parkland School (P North)
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 1.2 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hokowhitu School
Palmerston North · State contributing · Years 1–6
385 students
Parkland School (P North)
Palmerston North · State contributing · Years 1–6
325 students
| Measure | Hokowhitu School Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui | Parkland School (P North) Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 63 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #17 of 111 | #30 of 111 |
| National rank | #561 of 1,559 | #789 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 385 | 325 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 426 | 443 |
| Total roll | 385 | 325 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.6% | -9.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 19.2% | 30.2% |
| Pacific students | 5.7% | 8.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Palmerston North | Palmerston North |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.hokowhitu.school.nz | www.parkland.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Hokowhitu School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (62.8 vs 53.5).
- •Hokowhitu School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (426 vs 443).
- •Hokowhitu School does better on roll size (385 vs 325).
- •Hokowhitu School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-2.6% vs -9.1%).
- •Hokowhitu School is the larger school with 385 students compared with 325.
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 Hokowhitu School better than Parkland School (P North)?
On the Success Index (NZ), Hokowhitu School ranks higher (62.8 vs 53.5 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 Hokowhitu School and Parkland School (P North)?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Palmerston North and Palmerston North in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Hokowhitu School: 426. Parkland School (P North): 443. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Hokowhitu School and Parkland School (P North) rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Hokowhitu School is 17th of 111 and Parkland School (P North) is 30th of 111 among contributing schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).