Kaingaroa School (Kaitaia) vs Oturu School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Northland, New Zealand, 8.7 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kaingaroa School (Kaitaia)
Kaingaroa · State full primary · Years 1–8
109 students
Oturu School
Kaitaia · State full primary · Years 1–8
126 students
| Measure | Kaingaroa School (Kaitaia) Kaingaroa, Northland | Oturu School Kaitaia, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 31 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #42 of 72 | #71 of 72 |
| National rank | #1301 of 1,559 | #1555 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 109 | 126 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 490 | 569 |
| Total roll | 109 | 126 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -17.4% | -10.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 51.4% | 96.8% |
| Pacific students | 4.6% | 8.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Kaingaroa | Kaitaia |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | – | www.oturu.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Kaingaroa School (Kaitaia) scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (31.0 vs 13.7).
- •Kaingaroa School (Kaitaia) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (490 vs 569).
- •Oturu School does better on roll size (126 vs 109).
- •Oturu School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-10.4% vs -17.4%).
- •Oturu School is the larger school with 126 students compared with 109.
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 Kaingaroa School (Kaitaia) better than Oturu School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Kaingaroa School (Kaitaia) ranks higher (31.0 vs 13.7 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 Kaingaroa School (Kaitaia) and Oturu School?
About 8.7 km in a straight line, between Kaingaroa and Kaitaia in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Kaingaroa School (Kaitaia): 490. Oturu School: 569. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Kaingaroa School (Kaitaia) and Oturu School rank in Northland?
Kaingaroa School (Kaitaia) is 42nd of 72 and Oturu School is 71st of 72 among full primary schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).