Rapaura School vs Tua Marina School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Marlborough, New Zealand, 7.0 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rapaura School
Rapaura · State full primary · Years 1–8
110 students
Tua Marina School
Blenheim · State full primary · Years 1–8
100 students
| Measure | Rapaura School Rapaura, Marlborough | Tua Marina School Blenheim, Marlborough |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 63 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #3 of 17 | #6 of 17 |
| National rank | #572 of 1,559 | #722 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 110 | 100 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 418 | 432 |
| Total roll | 110 | 100 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -27.1% | -26.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 27.3% | 22% |
| Pacific students | 5.5% | 2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Rapaura | Blenheim |
| region | Marlborough | Marlborough |
| Website | www.rapaura.school.nz/ | www.tuamarina.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Rapaura School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (62.5 vs 56.1).
- •Rapaura School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (418 vs 432).
- •Rapaura School does better on roll size (110 vs 100).
- •Tua Marina School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-26.3% vs -27.1%).
- •Rapaura School is the larger school with 110 students compared with 100.
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 Rapaura School better than Tua Marina School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Rapaura School ranks higher (62.5 vs 56.1 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 Rapaura School and Tua Marina School?
About 7.0 km in a straight line, between Rapaura and Blenheim in Marlborough.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Rapaura School: 418. Tua Marina School: 432. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Rapaura School and Tua Marina School rank in Marlborough?
Rapaura School is 3rd of 17 and Tua Marina School is 6th of 17 among full primary schools in Marlborough on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).