Kaimata School vs Ratapiko School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Taranaki, New Zealand, 5.1 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kaimata School
Inglewood ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
103 students
Ratapiko School
Ratapiko ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
24 students
| Measure | Kaimata School Inglewood, Taranaki | Ratapiko School Ratapiko, Taranaki |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 54 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #20 of 56 | โ |
| National rank | #777 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 103 | 24 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 444 | 463 |
| Total roll | 103 | 24 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 12.4% | -7.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 12.6% | 37.5% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 16.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Inglewood | Ratapiko |
| region | Taranaki | Taranaki |
| Website | kaimata.school.nz | www.ratapiko.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขKaimata School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (53.9 vs 39.3).
- โขKaimata School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (444 vs 463).
- โขKaimata School does better on roll size (103 vs 24).
- โขKaimata School does better on roll growth (5 years) (12.4% vs -7.1%).
- โขKaimata School is the larger school with 103 students compared with 24.
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 Kaimata School better than Ratapiko School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Kaimata School ranks higher (53.9 vs 39.3 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 Kaimata School and Ratapiko School?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Inglewood and Ratapiko in Taranaki.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Kaimata School: 444. Ratapiko School: 463. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Kaimata School and Ratapiko School rank in Taranaki?
Kaimata School is 20th of 56 and Ratapiko School is unranked among full primary schools in Taranaki on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).