TKKM o Tamaki Nui A Rua vs Whare Kura Morehu ō Ratana
A head-to-head comparison of two composite schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 80 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
TKKM o Tamaki Nui A Rua
Dannevirke · State composite · Years 1–13
81 students
Whare Kura Morehu ō Ratana
Ratana · State composite · Years 1–13
66 students
| Measure | TKKM o Tamaki Nui A Rua Dannevirke, Manawatū-Whanganui | Whare Kura Morehu ō Ratana Ratana, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 20 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #28 of 33 | #29 of 33 |
| National rank | #446 of 486 | #447 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Composite | Composite |
| Year range | Years 1–13 | Years 1–13 |
| Students | 81 | 66 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 535 | 534 |
| Total roll | 81 | 66 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 25.8% | 143.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 98.8% | 98.5% |
| Pacific students | 2.5% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Dannevirke | Ratana |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.tamakinuiarua.school.nz | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (19.8 vs 19.7).
- •Whare Kura Morehu ō Ratana does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (534 vs 535).
- •TKKM o Tamaki Nui A Rua does better on roll size (81 vs 66).
- •Whare Kura Morehu ō Ratana does better on roll growth (5 years) (143.5% vs 25.8%).
- •TKKM o Tamaki Nui A Rua is the larger school with 81 students compared with 66.
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 TKKM o Tamaki Nui A Rua better than Whare Kura Morehu ō Ratana?
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 TKKM o Tamaki Nui A Rua and Whare Kura Morehu ō Ratana?
About 80 km in a straight line, between Dannevirke and Ratana in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
TKKM o Tamaki Nui A Rua: 535. Whare Kura Morehu ō Ratana: 534. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do TKKM o Tamaki Nui A Rua and Whare Kura Morehu ō Ratana rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
TKKM o Tamaki Nui A Rua is 28th of 33 and Whare Kura Morehu ō Ratana is 29th of 33 among composite schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).