Kairanga School vs Takaro School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 5.0 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kairanga School
Palmerston North · State full primary · Years 1–8
155 students
Takaro School
Palmerston North · State full primary · Years 1–8
200 students
| Measure | Kairanga School Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui | Takaro School Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 49 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #38 of 111 | #104 of 111 |
| National rank | #904 of 1,559 | #1510 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 155 | 200 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 449 | 534 |
| Total roll | 155 | 200 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -4.2% | -13.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 18.1% | 67.5% |
| Pacific students | 1.3% | 17% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Palmerston North | Palmerston North |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.kairanga.school.nz | www.takaro.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Kairanga School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (48.7 vs 20.1).
- •Kairanga School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (449 vs 534).
- •Takaro School does better on roll size (200 vs 155).
- •Kairanga School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-4.2% vs -13.8%).
- •Takaro School is the larger school with 200 students compared with 155.
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 Kairanga School better than Takaro School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Kairanga School ranks higher (48.7 vs 20.1 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 Kairanga School and Takaro School?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Palmerston North and Palmerston North in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Kairanga School: 449. Takaro School: 534. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Kairanga School and Takaro School rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Kairanga School is 38th of 111 and Takaro School is 104th of 111 among full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).