Pakaraka School vs Rawene School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Northland, New Zealand, 41 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pakaraka School
Pakaraka · State full primary · Years 1–8
69 students
Rawene School
Rawene · State full primary · Years 1–8
72 students
| Measure | Pakaraka School Pakaraka, Northland | Rawene School Rawene, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 21 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #61 of 72 | #54 of 72 |
| National rank | #1497 of 1,559 | #1453 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 69 | 72 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 521 | 523 |
| Total roll | 69 | 72 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -1.9% | 8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 55.1% | 86.1% |
| Pacific students | 1.4% | 2.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Pakaraka | Rawene |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.pakaraka.school.nz | www.rawene.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Rawene School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (23.1 vs 21.1).
- •Pakaraka School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (521 vs 523).
- •Rawene School does better on roll size (72 vs 69).
- •Rawene School does better on roll growth (5 years) (8% vs -1.9%).
- •Rawene School is the larger school with 72 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 Pakaraka School better than Rawene School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Rawene School ranks higher (23.1 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 Pakaraka School and Rawene School?
About 41 km in a straight line, between Pakaraka and Rawene in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Pakaraka School: 521. Rawene School: 523. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Pakaraka School and Rawene School rank in Northland?
Pakaraka School is 61st of 72 and Rawene School is 54th of 72 among full primary schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).