Eltham School vs Ngaere School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Taranaki, New Zealand, 4.3 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
Ngaere School
Stratford · State full primary · Years 1–8
162 students
| Measure | Eltham School Eltham, Taranaki | Ngaere School Stratford, Taranaki |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 22 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #53 of 56 | #38 of 56 |
| National rank | #1475 of 1,559 | #1126 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 131 | 162 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 521 | 471 |
| Total roll | 131 | 162 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -13.3% | -3.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 45% | 18.5% |
| Pacific students | 6.9% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Eltham | Stratford |
| region | Taranaki | Taranaki |
| Website | www.eltham.school.nz | www.ngaere.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Ngaere School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (39.3 vs 22.3).
- •Ngaere School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (471 vs 521).
- •Ngaere School does better on roll size (162 vs 131).
- •Ngaere School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-3.8% vs -13.3%).
- •Ngaere School is the larger school with 162 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 Ngaere School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Ngaere School ranks higher (39.3 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 Ngaere School?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Eltham and Stratford in Taranaki.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Eltham School: 521. Ngaere School: 471. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Eltham School and Ngaere School rank in Taranaki?
Eltham School is 53rd of 56 and Ngaere School is 38th of 56 among full primary schools in Taranaki on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).