Eltham School vs Matapu School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Taranaki, New Zealand, 7.8 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eltham School
Eltham · State full primary · Years 1–8
131 students
Matapu School
Hāwera · State full primary · Years 1–8
146 students
| Measure | Eltham School Eltham, Taranaki | Matapu School Hāwera, Taranaki |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 22 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #53 of 56 | #28 of 56 |
| National rank | #1475 of 1,559 | #970 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 131 | 146 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 521 | 467 |
| Total roll | 131 | 146 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -13.3% | 5.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 45% | 16.4% |
| Pacific students | 6.9% | 0.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Eltham | Hāwera |
| region | Taranaki | Taranaki |
| Website | www.eltham.school.nz | www.matapu.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Matapu School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (46.1 vs 22.3).
- •Matapu School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (467 vs 521).
- •Matapu School does better on roll size (146 vs 131).
- •Matapu School does better on roll growth (5 years) (5.9% vs -13.3%).
- •Matapu School is the larger school with 146 students compared with 131.
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 Eltham School better than Matapu School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Matapu School ranks higher (46.1 vs 22.3 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 Eltham School and Matapu School?
About 7.8 km in a straight line, between Eltham and Hāwera in Taranaki.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Eltham School: 521. Matapu School: 467. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Eltham School and Matapu School rank in Taranaki?
Eltham School is 53rd of 56 and Matapu School is 28th of 56 among full primary schools in Taranaki on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).