Pakaraka School vs Te Kopuru School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Northland, New Zealand, 75 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
Te Kopuru School
Te Kopuru · State full primary · Years 1–8
82 students
| Measure | Pakaraka School Pakaraka, Northland | Te Kopuru School Te Kopuru, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 21 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #61 of 72 | #57 of 72 |
| National rank | #1497 of 1,559 | #1483 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 69 | 82 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 521 | 519 |
| Total roll | 69 | 82 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -1.9% | -17.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 55.1% | 63.4% |
| Pacific students | 1.4% | 14.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Pakaraka | Te Kopuru |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.pakaraka.school.nz | www.tekopuru.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (21.1 vs 21.9).
- •Te Kopuru School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (519 vs 521).
- •Te Kopuru School does better on roll size (82 vs 69).
- •Pakaraka School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-1.9% vs -17.6%).
- •Te Kopuru School is the larger school with 82 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 Te Kopuru 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 Pakaraka School and Te Kopuru School?
About 75 km in a straight line, between Pakaraka and Te Kopuru in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Pakaraka School: 521. Te Kopuru School: 519. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Pakaraka School and Te Kopuru School rank in Northland?
Pakaraka School is 61st of 72 and Te Kopuru School is 57th of 72 among full primary schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).