Oturu School vs Te Kura O Otangarei
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Northland, New Zealand, 115 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oturu School
Kaitaia · State full primary · Years 1–8
126 students
Te Kura O Otangarei
Otangarei · State full primary · Years 1–8
96 students
| Measure | Oturu School Kaitaia, Northland | Te Kura O Otangarei Otangarei, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 14 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #71 of 72 | #72 of 72 |
| National rank | #1555 of 1,559 | #1557 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 126 | 96 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 569 | 569 |
| Total roll | 126 | 96 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -10.4% | -15.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 96.8% | 97.9% |
| Pacific students | 8.7% | 3.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Kaitaia | Otangarei |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.oturu.school.nz/ | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (13.7 vs 13.1).
- •Oturu School does better on roll size (126 vs 96).
- •Oturu School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-10.4% vs -15.1%).
- •Oturu School is the larger school with 126 students compared with 96.
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 Oturu School better than Te Kura O Otangarei?
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 Oturu School and Te Kura O Otangarei?
About 115 km in a straight line, between Kaitaia and Otangarei in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Oturu School: 569. Te Kura O Otangarei: 569. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Oturu School and Te Kura O Otangarei rank in Northland?
Oturu School is 71st of 72 and Te Kura O Otangarei is 72nd of 72 among full primary schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).