Pukenui School (Kaitaia) vs Tangiteroria School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Northland, New Zealand, 140 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
Tangiteroria School
Tangiteroria · State full primary · Years 1–8
37 students
| Measure | Pukenui School (Kaitaia) Pukenui, Northland | Tangiteroria School Tangiteroria, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 37 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #34 of 72 | – |
| National rank | #1169 of 1,559 | – |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 104 | 37 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 484 | 485 |
| Total roll | 104 | 37 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 32.5% | 0% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 56.7% | 59.5% |
| Pacific students | 6.7% | 8.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Pukenui | Tangiteroria |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.schoolground.co.nz/pukenui_school_kaitaia | www.tangiteroria.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Pukenui School (Kaitaia) scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (37.0 vs 32.1).
- •Pukenui School (Kaitaia) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (484 vs 485).
- •Pukenui School (Kaitaia) does better on roll size (104 vs 37).
- •Pukenui School (Kaitaia) does better on roll growth (5 years) (32.5% vs 0%).
- •Pukenui School (Kaitaia) is the larger school with 104 students compared with 37.
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 Tangiteroria School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Pukenui School (Kaitaia) ranks higher (37.0 vs 32.1 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 Pukenui School (Kaitaia) and Tangiteroria School?
About 140 km in a straight line, between Pukenui and Tangiteroria in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Pukenui School (Kaitaia): 484. Tangiteroria School: 485. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Pukenui School (Kaitaia) and Tangiteroria School rank in Northland?
Pukenui School (Kaitaia) is 34th of 72 and Tangiteroria School is unranked among full primary schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).