Oromahoe School vs Pakaraka School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Northland, New Zealand, 4.4 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oromahoe School
Oromahoe · State full primary · Years 1–8
171 students
Pakaraka School
Pakaraka · State full primary · Years 1–8
69 students
| Measure | Oromahoe School Oromahoe, Northland | Pakaraka School Pakaraka, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 55 Top 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #14 of 72 | #61 of 72 |
| National rank | #756 of 1,559 | #1497 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 171 | 69 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 450 | 521 |
| Total roll | 171 | 69 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 27.9% | -1.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 33.3% | 55.1% |
| Pacific students | 1.8% | 1.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Oromahoe | Pakaraka |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.oromahoe.school.nz/ | www.pakaraka.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Oromahoe School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (54.8 vs 21.1).
- •Oromahoe School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (450 vs 521).
- •Oromahoe School does better on roll size (171 vs 69).
- •Oromahoe School does better on roll growth (5 years) (27.9% vs -1.9%).
- •Oromahoe School is the larger school with 171 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 Oromahoe School better than Pakaraka School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Oromahoe School ranks higher (54.8 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 Oromahoe School and Pakaraka School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Oromahoe and Pakaraka in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Oromahoe School: 450. Pakaraka School: 521. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Oromahoe School and Pakaraka School rank in Northland?
Oromahoe School is 14th of 72 and Pakaraka School is 61st of 72 among full primary schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).