Mataroa School vs Ohau School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 119 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mataroa School
Taihape · State full primary · Years 1–8
57 students
Ohau School
Ohau · State full primary · Years 1–8
159 students
| Measure | Mataroa School Taihape, Manawatū-Whanganui | Ohau School Ohau, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 41 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #56 of 111 |
| National rank | – | #1087 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 57 | 159 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 467 | 467 |
| Total roll | 57 | 159 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 47.2% | -24.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 52.6% | 28.9% |
| Pacific students | 8.8% | 1.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Taihape | Ohau |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.mataroa.school.nz | www.ohau.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (41.0 vs 41.0).
- •Ohau School does better on roll size (159 vs 57).
- •Mataroa School does better on roll growth (5 years) (47.2% vs -24.2%).
- •Ohau School is the larger school with 159 students compared with 57.
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 Mataroa School better than Ohau School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Mataroa School and Ohau School?
About 119 km in a straight line, between Taihape and Ohau in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mataroa School: 467. Ohau School: 467. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mataroa School and Ohau School rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Mataroa School is unranked and Ohau School is 56th of 111 among full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).