Moerewa School vs Pakaraka School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Northland, New Zealand, 6.2 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Moerewa School
Moerewa · State composite (year 1-10) · Years 1–13
126 students
Pakaraka School
Pakaraka · State full primary · Years 1–8
69 students
| Measure | Moerewa School Moerewa, Northland | Pakaraka School Pakaraka, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 12 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #37 of 37 | #61 of 72 |
| National rank | #478 of 486 | #1497 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Composite (Year 1-10) | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–13 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 126 | 69 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 552 | 521 |
| Total roll | 126 | 69 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -6.7% | -1.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 98.4% | 55.1% |
| Pacific students | 5.6% | 1.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Moerewa | Pakaraka |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.moerewa.school.nz | www.pakaraka.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Pakaraka School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (21.1 vs 11.5).
- •Pakaraka School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (521 vs 552).
- •Moerewa School does better on roll size (126 vs 69).
- •Pakaraka School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-1.9% vs -6.7%).
- •Moerewa School is the larger school with 126 students compared with 69.
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 Moerewa School better than Pakaraka School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Pakaraka School ranks higher (21.1 vs 11.5 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 Moerewa School and Pakaraka School?
About 6.2 km in a straight line, between Moerewa and Pakaraka in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Moerewa School: 552. Pakaraka School: 521. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Moerewa School and Pakaraka School rank in Northland?
Moerewa School is 37th of 37 and Pakaraka School is 61st of 72 among composite (year 1-10) schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).