Parkland School (P North) vs South Makirikiri School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 41 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parkland School (P North)
Palmerston North · State contributing · Years 1–6
325 students
South Makirikiri School
Marton · State full primary · Years 1–8
154 students
| Measure | Parkland School (P North) Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui | South Makirikiri School Marton, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 54 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #30 of 111 | #32 of 111 |
| National rank | #789 of 1,559 | #842 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 325 | 154 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 443 | 444 |
| Total roll | 325 | 154 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -9.1% | -13.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 30.2% | 11.7% |
| Pacific students | 8.3% | 5.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Palmerston North | Marton |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.parkland.school.nz | www.southmak.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Parkland School (P North) scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (53.5 vs 51.2).
- •Parkland School (P North) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (443 vs 444).
- •Parkland School (P North) does better on roll size (325 vs 154).
- •Parkland School (P North) does better on roll growth (5 years) (-9.1% vs -13.3%).
- •Parkland School (P North) is the larger school with 325 students compared with 154.
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 Parkland School (P North) better than South Makirikiri School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Parkland School (P North) ranks higher (53.5 vs 51.2 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 Parkland School (P North) and South Makirikiri School?
About 41 km in a straight line, between Palmerston North and Marton in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Parkland School (P North): 443. South Makirikiri School: 444. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Parkland School (P North) and South Makirikiri School rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Parkland School (P North) is 30th of 111 and South Makirikiri School is 32nd of 111 among contributing schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).