Hedgehope School vs Makarewa School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Southland, New Zealand, 20 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hedgehope School
Hedgehope · State full primary · Years 1–8
55 students
Makarewa School
Makarewa · State contributing · Years 1–6
155 students
| Measure | Hedgehope School Hedgehope, Southland | Makarewa School Makarewa, Southland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 53 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| Region rank | – | #12 of 48 |
| National rank | – | #646 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 55 | 155 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 440 | 440 |
| Total roll | 55 | 155 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 52.6% | 16.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 10.9% | 29% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 2.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Hedgehope | Makarewa |
| region | Southland | Southland |
| Website | www.hedgehope.school.nz/ | www.makarewa.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Makarewa School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (59.1 vs 53.4).
- •Makarewa School does better on roll size (155 vs 55).
- •Hedgehope School does better on roll growth (5 years) (52.6% vs 16.2%).
- •Makarewa School is the larger school with 155 students compared with 55.
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 Hedgehope School better than Makarewa School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Makarewa School ranks higher (59.1 vs 53.4 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 Hedgehope School and Makarewa School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Hedgehope and Makarewa in Southland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Hedgehope School: 440. Makarewa School: 440. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Hedgehope School and Makarewa School rank in Southland?
Hedgehope School is unranked and Makarewa School is 12th of 48 among full primary schools in Southland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).