Renew School vs Whangarei School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Northland, New Zealand, 1.5 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Renew School
Morningside · State integrated composite · Years 1–13
197 students
Whangarei School
Whangarei · State contributing · Years 1–6
480 students
| Measure | Renew School Morningside, Northland | Whangarei School Whangarei, Northland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 41 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #9 of 37 | #24 of 72 |
| National rank | #295 of 486 | #964 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State integrated | State |
| Type | Composite | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–13 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 197 | 480 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 461 | 464 |
| Total roll | 197 | 480 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 14.4% | -17.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 60% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 30% | – |
| Māori students | 23.4% | 29.2% |
| Pacific students | 4.6% | 3.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Morningside | Whangarei |
| region | Northland | Northland |
| Website | www.renew.school.nz | www.whangareiprimary.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Whangarei School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (46.4 vs 41.3).
- •Renew School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (461 vs 464).
- •Whangarei School does better on roll size (480 vs 197).
- •Renew School does better on roll growth (5 years) (14.4% vs -17.1%).
- •Whangarei School is the larger school with 480 students compared with 197.
- •Renew School is a state integrated school while Whangarei School is a state school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Renew School better than Whangarei School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Whangarei School ranks higher (46.4 vs 41.3 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 Renew School and Whangarei School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Morningside and Whangarei in Northland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Renew School: 461. Whangarei School: 464. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Renew School and Whangarei School rank in Northland?
Renew School is 9th of 37 and Whangarei School is 24th of 72 among composite schools in Northland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).