Roslyn School vs Taoroa School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 76 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Roslyn School
Roslyn · State full primary · Years 1–8
397 students
Taoroa School
Taihape · State full primary · Years 1–8
47 students
| Measure | Roslyn School Roslyn, Manawatū-Whanganui | Taoroa School Taihape, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 27 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #91 of 111 | – |
| National rank | #1404 of 1,559 | – |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 397 | 47 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 518 | 518 |
| Total roll | 397 | 47 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -3.2% | 260% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 46.1% | 53.2% |
| Pacific students | 16.6% | 10.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Roslyn | Taihape |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.roslyn.school.nz | www.taoroa.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Roslyn School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (26.7 vs 23.1).
- •Roslyn School does better on roll size (397 vs 47).
- •Taoroa School does better on roll growth (5 years) (260% vs -3.2%).
- •Roslyn School is the larger school with 397 students compared with 47.
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 Roslyn School better than Taoroa School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Roslyn School ranks higher (26.7 vs 23.1 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 Roslyn School and Taoroa School?
About 76 km in a straight line, between Roslyn and Taihape in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Roslyn School: 518. Taoroa School: 518. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Roslyn School and Taoroa School rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Roslyn School is 91st of 111 and Taoroa School is unranked among full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).