He Mataariki School for Teen Parents vs Whangarei Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Northland, New Zealand, 2.5 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
He Mataariki School for Teen Parents
Raumanga ยท State teen parent unit
Whangarei Intermediate
Whangarei ยท State intermediate ยท Years 7โ8
525 students
| Measure | He Mataariki School for Teen Parents Raumanga, Northland | Whangarei Intermediate Whangarei, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | โ Not rated | 32 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | โ | #39 of 72 |
| National rank | โ | #1291 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Teen Parent Unit | Intermediate |
| Year range | โ | Years 7โ8 |
| Students | โ | 525 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 569 | 506 |
| Total roll | โ | 525 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -84.6% | -24.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | โ | 57% |
| Pacific students | โ | 12.6% |
| International students | โ | 0% |
| suburb or town | Raumanga | Whangarei |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | โ | www.wis.ac.nz |
The verdict
- โขWhangarei Intermediate does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (506 vs 569).
- โขWhangarei Intermediate does better on roll growth (5 years) (-24.6% vs -84.6%).
The Success Index (NZ) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is He Mataariki School for Teen Parents better than Whangarei Intermediate?
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 He Mataariki School for Teen Parents and Whangarei Intermediate?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Raumanga and Whangarei in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
He Mataariki School for Teen Parents: 569. Whangarei Intermediate: 506. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do He Mataariki School for Teen Parents and Whangarei Intermediate rank in Northland?
He Mataariki School for Teen Parents is unranked and Whangarei Intermediate is 39th of 72 among teen parent unit schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).