Ohaeawai School vs Pakaraka School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Northland, New Zealand, 6.7 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ohaeawai School
Ohaeawai ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
160 students
Pakaraka School
Pakaraka ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
69 students
| Measure | Ohaeawai School Ohaeawai, Northland | Pakaraka School Pakaraka, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 32 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #38 of 72 | #61 of 72 |
| National rank | #1287 of 1,559 | #1497 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ6 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 160 | 69 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 491 | 521 |
| Total roll | 160 | 69 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -11.1% | -1.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 68.8% | 55.1% |
| Pacific students | 7.5% | 1.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Ohaeawai | Pakaraka |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.ohaeawaiprimary.co.nz | www.pakaraka.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขOhaeawai School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (31.7 vs 21.1).
- โขOhaeawai School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (491 vs 521).
- โขOhaeawai School does better on roll size (160 vs 69).
- โขPakaraka School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-1.9% vs -11.1%).
- โขOhaeawai School is the larger school with 160 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 Ohaeawai School better than Pakaraka School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Ohaeawai School ranks higher (31.7 vs 21.1 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 Ohaeawai School and Pakaraka School?
About 6.7 km in a straight line, between Ohaeawai and Pakaraka in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ohaeawai School: 491. Pakaraka School: 521. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ohaeawai School and Pakaraka School rank in Northland?
Ohaeawai School is 38th of 72 and Pakaraka School is 61st of 72 among contributing schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).