Horeke School vs Kaihu Valley School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Northland, New Zealand, 51 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Horeke School
Okaihau Β· State contributing Β· Years 1β6
30 students
Kaihu Valley School
Dargaville Β· State full primary Β· Years 1β8
11 students
| Measure | Horeke School Okaihau, Northland | Kaihu Valley School Dargaville, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 13 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | β | β |
| National rank | β | β |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1β6 | Years 1β8 |
| Students | 30 | 11 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 565 | 563 |
| Total roll | 30 | 11 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 26.3% | 25% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | β | β |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | β | β |
| Leavers with University Entrance | β | β |
| MΔori students | 96.7% | 81.8% |
| Pacific students | 3.3% | 27.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Okaihau | Dargaville |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
- β’Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (13.1 vs 12.4).
- β’Kaihu Valley School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (563 vs 565).
- β’Horeke School does better on roll size (30 vs 11).
- β’Horeke School does better on roll growth (5 years) (26.3% vs 25%).
- β’Horeke School is the larger school with 30 students compared with 11.
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 Horeke School better than Kaihu Valley School?
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 Horeke School and Kaihu Valley School?
About 51 km in a straight line, between Okaihau and Dargaville in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Horeke School: 565. Kaihu Valley School: 563. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Horeke School and Kaihu Valley School rank in Northland?
Horeke School is unranked and Kaihu Valley School is unranked among contributing schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).