Ahipara School vs Pompallier Catholic School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Northland, New Zealand, 12 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ahipara School
Ahipara · State full primary · Years 1–8
202 students
Pompallier Catholic School
Kaitaia · State integrated full primary · Years 1–8
167 students
| Measure | Ahipara School Ahipara, Northland | Pompallier Catholic School Kaitaia, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 27 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #52 of 72 | #21 of 72 |
| National rank | #1402 of 1,559 | #883 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State integrated |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 202 | 167 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 509 | 462 |
| Total roll | 202 | 167 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -11.6% | 20.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 88.6% | 47.9% |
| Pacific students | 6.9% | 8.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Ahipara | Kaitaia |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.ahipara.school.nz | www.pompallierprimary.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Pompallier Catholic School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (49.5 vs 26.7).
- •Pompallier Catholic School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (462 vs 509).
- •Ahipara School does better on roll size (202 vs 167).
- •Pompallier Catholic School does better on roll growth (5 years) (20.8% vs -11.6%).
- •Ahipara School is the larger school with 202 students compared with 167.
- •Ahipara School is a state school while Pompallier Catholic School is a state integrated school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Ahipara School better than Pompallier Catholic School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Pompallier Catholic School ranks higher (49.5 vs 26.7 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 Ahipara School and Pompallier Catholic School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Ahipara and Kaitaia in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ahipara School: 509. Pompallier Catholic School: 462. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ahipara School and Pompallier Catholic School rank in Northland?
Ahipara School is 52nd of 72 and Pompallier Catholic School is 21st of 72 among full primary schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).