Manunui School vs Turakina School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 129 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manunui School
Taumarunui · State full primary · Years 1–8
148 students
Turakina School
Turakina · State full primary · Years 1–8
33 students
| Measure | Manunui School Taumarunui, Manawatū-Whanganui | Turakina School Turakina, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 32 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #78 of 111 | – |
| National rank | #1286 of 1,559 | – |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 148 | 33 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 508 | 508 |
| Total roll | 148 | 33 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 57.6% | -22.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 62.2% | 54.5% |
| Pacific students | 4.7% | 15.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Taumarunui | Turakina |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | – | sites.google.com/turakina.school.nz/turakinaprimaryschool/home |
The verdict
- •Manunui School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (31.7 vs 23.4).
- •Manunui School does better on roll size (148 vs 33).
- •Manunui School does better on roll growth (5 years) (57.6% vs -22.2%).
- •Manunui School is the larger school with 148 students compared with 33.
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 Manunui School better than Turakina School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Manunui School ranks higher (31.7 vs 23.4 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 Manunui School and Turakina School?
About 129 km in a straight line, between Taumarunui and Turakina in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Manunui School: 508. Turakina School: 508. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Manunui School and Turakina School rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Manunui School is 78th of 111 and Turakina School is unranked among full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).