Kaitaia Intermediate vs Paparore School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Northland, New Zealand, 9.9 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
Paparore School
Awanui · State contributing · Years 1–6
169 students
| Measure | Kaitaia Intermediate Kaitaia, Northland | Paparore School Awanui, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 19 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #65 of 72 | #30 of 72 |
| National rank | #1526 of 1,559 | #1088 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 215 | 169 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 541 | 483 |
| Total roll | 215 | 169 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -20.3% | 11.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 84.7% | 79.9% |
| Pacific students | 9.8% | 9.5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Kaitaia | Awanui |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.kaitaiaint.school.nz/ | www.paparore.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Paparore School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (41.0 vs 18.5).
- •Paparore School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (483 vs 541).
- •Kaitaia Intermediate does better on roll size (215 vs 169).
- •Paparore School does better on roll growth (5 years) (11.3% vs -20.3%).
- •Kaitaia Intermediate is the larger school with 215 students compared with 169.
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 Paparore School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Paparore School ranks higher (41.0 vs 18.5 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 Paparore School?
About 9.9 km in a straight line, between Kaitaia and Awanui in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Kaitaia Intermediate: 541. Paparore School: 483. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Kaitaia Intermediate and Paparore School rank in Northland?
Kaitaia Intermediate is 65th of 72 and Paparore School is 30th of 72 among intermediate schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).