Kaitaia Intermediate vs Oturu School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Northland, New Zealand, 2.8 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kaitaia Intermediate
Kaitaia · State intermediate · Years 7–8
215 students
Oturu School
Kaitaia · State full primary · Years 1–8
126 students
| Measure | Kaitaia Intermediate Kaitaia, Northland | Oturu School Kaitaia, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 19 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #65 of 72 | #71 of 72 |
| National rank | #1526 of 1,559 | #1555 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 215 | 126 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 541 | 569 |
| Total roll | 215 | 126 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -20.3% | -10.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 84.7% | 96.8% |
| Pacific students | 9.8% | 8.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Kaitaia | Kaitaia |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.kaitaiaint.school.nz/ | www.oturu.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Kaitaia Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (18.5 vs 13.7).
- •Kaitaia Intermediate does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (541 vs 569).
- •Kaitaia Intermediate does better on roll size (215 vs 126).
- •Oturu School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-10.4% vs -20.3%).
- •Kaitaia Intermediate is the larger school with 215 students compared with 126.
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 Kaitaia Intermediate better than Oturu School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Kaitaia Intermediate ranks higher (18.5 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 Kaitaia Intermediate and Oturu School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Kaitaia and Kaitaia in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Kaitaia Intermediate: 541. Oturu School: 569. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Kaitaia Intermediate and Oturu School rank in Northland?
Kaitaia Intermediate is 65th of 72 and Oturu School is 71st of 72 among intermediate schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).