Pakaraka School vs TKKM o Taumarere
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Northland, New Zealand, 6.7 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
TKKM o Taumarere
Moerewa · State composite · Years 1–13
118 students
| Measure | Pakaraka School Pakaraka, Northland | TKKM o Taumarere Moerewa, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 21 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #61 of 72 | #21 of 37 |
| National rank | #1497 of 1,559 | #426 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Composite |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–13 |
| Students | 69 | 118 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 521 | 523 |
| Total roll | 69 | 118 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -1.9% | -21.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 55.1% | 100% |
| Pacific students | 1.4% | 2.5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Pakaraka | Moerewa |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.pakaraka.school.nz | taumarere.school.nz |
The verdict
- •TKKM o Taumarere scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (22.6 vs 21.1).
- •Pakaraka School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (521 vs 523).
- •TKKM o Taumarere does better on roll size (118 vs 69).
- •Pakaraka School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-1.9% vs -21.8%).
- •TKKM o Taumarere is the larger school with 118 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 TKKM o Taumarere?
On the Success Index (NZ), TKKM o Taumarere ranks higher (22.6 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 TKKM o Taumarere?
About 6.7 km in a straight line, between Pakaraka and Moerewa in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Pakaraka School: 521. TKKM o Taumarere: 523. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Pakaraka School and TKKM o Taumarere rank in Northland?
Pakaraka School is 61st of 72 and TKKM o Taumarere is 21st of 37 among full primary schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).