Mangamahu Primary School vs Tarrangower School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 106 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mangamahu Primary School
Mangamahu · State full primary · Years 1–8
7 students
Tarrangower School
Taumarunui · State full primary · Years 1–8
68 students
| Measure | Mangamahu Primary School Mangamahu, Manawatū-Whanganui | Tarrangower School Taumarunui, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 13 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #110 of 111 |
| National rank | – | #1540 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 7 | 68 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 553 | 549 |
| Total roll | 7 | 68 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 0% | 44.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 42.9% | 85.3% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 10.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Mangamahu | Taumarunui |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | – | www.tarrangower.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Tarrangower School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (16.9 vs 12.8).
- •Tarrangower School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (549 vs 553).
- •Tarrangower School does better on roll size (68 vs 7).
- •Tarrangower School does better on roll growth (5 years) (44.7% vs 0%).
- •Tarrangower School is the larger school with 68 students compared with 7.
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 Mangamahu Primary School better than Tarrangower School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Tarrangower School ranks higher (16.9 vs 12.8 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 Mangamahu Primary School and Tarrangower School?
About 106 km in a straight line, between Mangamahu and Taumarunui in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mangamahu Primary School: 553. Tarrangower School: 549. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mangamahu Primary School and Tarrangower School rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Mangamahu Primary School is unranked and Tarrangower School is 110th of 111 among full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).