Rawene School vs Whananaki School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Northland, New Zealand, 87 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rawene School
Rawene · State full primary · Years 1–8
72 students
Whananaki School
Whananaki · State full primary · Years 1–8
52 students
| Measure | Rawene School Rawene, Northland | Whananaki School Whananaki, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 23 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #54 of 72 | – |
| National rank | #1453 of 1,559 | – |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 72 | 52 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 523 | 523 |
| Total roll | 72 | 52 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 8% | -33.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 86.1% | 88.5% |
| Pacific students | 2.8% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Rawene | Whananaki |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.rawene.school.nz | – |
The verdict
- •Rawene School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (23.1 vs 20.0).
- •Rawene School does better on roll size (72 vs 52).
- •Rawene School does better on roll growth (5 years) (8% vs -33.3%).
- •Rawene School is the larger school with 72 students compared with 52.
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 Rawene School better than Whananaki School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Rawene School ranks higher (23.1 vs 20.0 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 Rawene School and Whananaki School?
About 87 km in a straight line, between Rawene and Whananaki in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Rawene School: 523. Whananaki School: 523. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Rawene School and Whananaki School rank in Northland?
Rawene School is 54th of 72 and Whananaki School is unranked among full primary schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).