Koputaroa School vs Manakau School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 18 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Koputaroa School
Levin · State full primary · Years 1–8
191 students
Manakau School
Manakau · State full primary · Years 1–8
97 students
| Measure | Koputaroa School Levin, Manawatū-Whanganui | Manakau School Manakau, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 48 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #41 of 111 | #45 of 111 |
| National rank | #931 of 1,559 | #974 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 191 | 97 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 452 | 452 |
| Total roll | 191 | 97 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -7.8% | -17.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 29.8% | 24.7% |
| Pacific students | 3.1% | 4.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Levin | Manakau |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.koputaroa.school.nz/ | www.manakau.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Koputaroa School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (47.8 vs 46.0).
- •Koputaroa School does better on roll size (191 vs 97).
- •Koputaroa School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-7.8% vs -17.9%).
- •Koputaroa School is the larger school with 191 students compared with 97.
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 Koputaroa School better than Manakau School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Koputaroa School ranks higher (47.8 vs 46.0 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 Koputaroa School and Manakau School?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Levin and Manakau in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Koputaroa School: 452. Manakau School: 452. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Koputaroa School and Manakau School rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Koputaroa School is 41st of 111 and Manakau School is 45th of 111 among full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).