Pukenui School (Kaitaia) vs Ruakākā School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Northland, New Zealand, 170 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pukenui School (Kaitaia)
Pukenui · State full primary · Years 1–8
104 students
Ruakākā School
Ruakaka · State contributing · Years 1–6
306 students
| Measure | Pukenui School (Kaitaia) Pukenui, Northland | Ruakākā School Ruakaka, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 37 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #34 of 72 | #25 of 72 |
| National rank | #1169 of 1,559 | #966 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 104 | 306 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 484 | 485 |
| Total roll | 104 | 306 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 32.5% | 8.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 56.7% | 59.8% |
| Pacific students | 6.7% | 10.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Pukenui | Ruakaka |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.schoolground.co.nz/pukenui_school_kaitaia | ruakaka.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Ruakākā School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (46.3 vs 37.0).
- •Pukenui School (Kaitaia) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (484 vs 485).
- •Ruakākā School does better on roll size (306 vs 104).
- •Pukenui School (Kaitaia) does better on roll growth (5 years) (32.5% vs 8.1%).
- •Ruakākā School is the larger school with 306 students compared with 104.
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 Pukenui School (Kaitaia) better than Ruakākā School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Ruakākā School ranks higher (46.3 vs 37.0 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 Pukenui School (Kaitaia) and Ruakākā School?
About 170 km in a straight line, between Pukenui and Ruakaka in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Pukenui School (Kaitaia): 484. Ruakākā School: 485. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Pukenui School (Kaitaia) and Ruakākā School rank in Northland?
Pukenui School (Kaitaia) is 34th of 72 and Ruakākā School is 25th of 72 among full primary schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).