Paihia School vs Peria School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Northland, New Zealand, 59 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Paihia School
Paihia ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
156 students
Peria School
Kaitaia ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
71 students
| Measure | Paihia School Paihia, Northland | Peria School Kaitaia, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 30 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #46 of 72 | #44 of 72 |
| National rank | #1331 of 1,559 | #1319 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 156 | 71 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 497 | 498 |
| Total roll | 156 | 71 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -24.8% | 57.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 44.9% | 57.7% |
| Pacific students | 12.8% | 5.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Paihia | Kaitaia |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | paihia.school.nz/ | www.peria.school.nz/index.html |
The verdict
- โขBoth schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (29.8 vs 30.4).
- โขPaihia School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (497 vs 498).
- โขPaihia School does better on roll size (156 vs 71).
- โขPeria School does better on roll growth (5 years) (57.7% vs -24.8%).
- โขPaihia School is the larger school with 156 students compared with 71.
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 Paihia School better than Peria 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 Paihia School and Peria School?
About 59 km in a straight line, between Paihia and Kaitaia in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Paihia School: 497. Peria School: 498. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Paihia School and Peria School rank in Northland?
Paihia School is 46th of 72 and Peria School is 44th of 72 among full primary schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).