Mangonui School vs Paihia School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Northland, New Zealand, 60 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mangonui School
Mangonui · State contributing · Years 1–6
163 students
Paihia School
Paihia · State full primary · Years 1–8
156 students
| Measure | Mangonui School Mangonui, Northland | Paihia School Paihia, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 31 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #43 of 72 | #46 of 72 |
| National rank | #1311 of 1,559 | #1331 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 163 | 156 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 495 | 497 |
| Total roll | 163 | 156 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -9.8% | -24.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 67.5% | 44.9% |
| Pacific students | 8% | 12.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Mangonui | Paihia |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.mangonui.school.nz | paihia.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (30.6 vs 29.8).
- •Mangonui School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (495 vs 497).
- •Mangonui School does better on roll size (163 vs 156).
- •Mangonui School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-9.8% vs -24.8%).
- •Mangonui School is the larger school with 163 students compared with 156.
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 Mangonui School better than Paihia School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Mangonui School and Paihia School?
About 60 km in a straight line, between Mangonui and Paihia in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mangonui School: 495. Paihia School: 497. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mangonui School and Paihia School rank in Northland?
Mangonui School is 43rd of 72 and Paihia School is 46th of 72 among contributing schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).