Karetu School vs Peria School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Northland, New Zealand, 68 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Karetu School
Kawakawa ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
81 students
Peria School
Kaitaia ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
71 students
| Measure | Karetu School Kawakawa, Northland | Peria School Kaitaia, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 28 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #48 of 72 | #44 of 72 |
| National rank | #1363 of 1,559 | #1319 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 81 | 71 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 497 | 498 |
| Total roll | 81 | 71 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -20.9% | 57.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 69.1% | 57.7% |
| Pacific students | 6.2% | 5.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Kawakawa | Kaitaia |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.schoolground.co.nz/karetu | www.peria.school.nz/index.html |
The verdict
- โขPeria School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (30.4 vs 28.3).
- โขKaretu School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (497 vs 498).
- โขKaretu School does better on roll size (81 vs 71).
- โขPeria School does better on roll growth (5 years) (57.7% vs -20.9%).
- โขKaretu School is the larger school with 81 students compared with 71.
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 Karetu School better than Peria School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Peria School ranks higher (30.4 vs 28.3 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 Karetu School and Peria School?
About 68 km in a straight line, between Kawakawa and Kaitaia in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Karetu School: 497. Peria School: 498. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Karetu School and Peria School rank in Northland?
Karetu School is 48th of 72 and Peria School is 44th of 72 among full primary schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).