Lepperton School vs Puketapu School (New Plymouth)
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Taranaki, New Zealand, 6.5 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lepperton School
Lepperton · State full primary · Years 1–8
129 students
Puketapu School (New Plymouth)
Bell Block · State full primary · Years 1–8
332 students
| Measure | Lepperton School Lepperton, Taranaki | Puketapu School (New Plymouth) Bell Block, Taranaki |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 61 Top 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #15 of 56 | #40 of 56 |
| National rank | #612 of 1,559 | #1161 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 129 | 332 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 423 | 480 |
| Total roll | 129 | 332 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -24.9% | -2.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 19.4% | 44.9% |
| Pacific students | 2.3% | 7.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Lepperton | Bell Block |
| region | Taranaki | Taranaki |
| Website | www.lepperton.school.nz | www.puketapu.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Lepperton School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (60.7 vs 37.3).
- •Lepperton School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (423 vs 480).
- •Puketapu School (New Plymouth) does better on roll size (332 vs 129).
- •Puketapu School (New Plymouth) does better on roll growth (5 years) (-2.4% vs -24.9%).
- •Puketapu School (New Plymouth) is the larger school with 332 students compared with 129.
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 Lepperton School better than Puketapu School (New Plymouth)?
On the Success Index (NZ), Lepperton School ranks higher (60.7 vs 37.3 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 Lepperton School and Puketapu School (New Plymouth)?
About 6.5 km in a straight line, between Lepperton and Bell Block in Taranaki.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Lepperton School: 423. Puketapu School (New Plymouth): 480. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Lepperton School and Puketapu School (New Plymouth) rank in Taranaki?
Lepperton School is 15th of 56 and Puketapu School (New Plymouth) is 40th of 56 among full primary schools in Taranaki on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).