Hukerenui School Years 1-8 vs Maromaku School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Northland, New Zealand, 9.1 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hukerenui School Years 1-8
Whangarei · State full primary · Years 1–8
164 students
Maromaku School
Kawakawa · State full primary · Years 1–8
15 students
| Measure | Hukerenui School Years 1-8 Whangarei, Northland | Maromaku School Kawakawa, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 43 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #29 of 72 | – |
| National rank | #1036 of 1,559 | – |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 164 | 15 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 476 | 485 |
| Total roll | 164 | 15 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 11.3% | 42.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 36% | 66.7% |
| Pacific students | 6.1% | 20% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Whangarei | Kawakawa |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.hukerenui.school.nz | www.maromaku.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Hukerenui School Years 1-8 scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (43.3 vs 31.6).
- •Hukerenui School Years 1-8 does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (476 vs 485).
- •Hukerenui School Years 1-8 does better on roll size (164 vs 15).
- •Maromaku School does better on roll growth (5 years) (42.1% vs 11.3%).
- •Hukerenui School Years 1-8 is the larger school with 164 students compared with 15.
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 Hukerenui School Years 1-8 better than Maromaku School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Hukerenui School Years 1-8 ranks higher (43.3 vs 31.6 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 Hukerenui School Years 1-8 and Maromaku School?
About 9.1 km in a straight line, between Whangarei and Kawakawa in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Hukerenui School Years 1-8: 476. Maromaku School: 485. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Hukerenui School Years 1-8 and Maromaku School rank in Northland?
Hukerenui School Years 1-8 is 29th of 72 and Maromaku School is unranked among full primary schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).