Devon Intermediate vs West End Te Kura O Morere
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Taranaki, New Zealand, 202 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Devon Intermediate
Lynmouth ยท State intermediate ยท Years 7โ8
349 students
West End Te Kura O Morere
New Plymouth ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
235 students
| Measure | Devon Intermediate Lynmouth, Taranaki | West End Te Kura O Morere New Plymouth, Taranaki |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 33 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #43 of 56 | #32 of 56 |
| National rank | #1253 of 1,559 | #1017 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 7โ8 | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 349 | 235 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 494 | 462 |
| Total roll | 349 | 235 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -22.1% | -25.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 45.6% | 34% |
| Pacific students | 8.9% | 6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Lynmouth | New Plymouth |
| region | Taranaki | Taranaki |
| Website | www.devonint.school.nz/ | www.westendnp.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขWest End Te Kura O Morere scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (44.1 vs 33.0).
- โขWest End Te Kura O Morere does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (462 vs 494).
- โขDevon Intermediate does better on roll size (349 vs 235).
- โขDevon Intermediate does better on roll growth (5 years) (-22.1% vs -25.6%).
- โขDevon Intermediate is the larger school with 349 students compared with 235.
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 Devon Intermediate better than West End Te Kura O Morere?
On the Success Index (NZ), West End Te Kura O Morere ranks higher (44.1 vs 33.0 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 Devon Intermediate and West End Te Kura O Morere?
About 202 m in a straight line, between Lynmouth and New Plymouth in Taranaki.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Devon Intermediate: 494. West End Te Kura O Morere: 462. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Devon Intermediate and West End Te Kura O Morere rank in Taranaki?
Devon Intermediate is 43rd of 56 and West End Te Kura O Morere is 32nd of 56 among intermediate schools in Taranaki on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).