Manukorihi Intermediate vs Spotswood Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Taranaki, New Zealand, 20 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manukorihi Intermediate
Waitara ยท State intermediate ยท Years 7โ8
210 students
Spotswood Primary School
New Plymouth ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
222 students
| Measure | Manukorihi Intermediate Waitara, Taranaki | Spotswood Primary School New Plymouth, Taranaki |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 26 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #50 of 56 | #46 of 56 |
| National rank | #1418 of 1,559 | #1387 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 7โ8 | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 210 | 222 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 512 | 507 |
| Total roll | 210 | 222 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -18.3% | -15.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 56.7% | 39.2% |
| Pacific students | 3.3% | 10.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Waitara | New Plymouth |
| region | Taranaki | Taranaki |
| Website | www.manukorihi.school.nz | www.spotswoodprimary.co.nz |
The verdict
- โขSpotswood Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (27.5 vs 25.9).
- โขSpotswood Primary School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (507 vs 512).
- โขSpotswood Primary School does better on roll size (222 vs 210).
- โขSpotswood Primary School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-15.8% vs -18.3%).
- โขSpotswood Primary School is the larger school with 222 students compared with 210.
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 Manukorihi Intermediate better than Spotswood Primary School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Spotswood Primary School ranks higher (27.5 vs 25.9 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 Manukorihi Intermediate and Spotswood Primary School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Waitara and New Plymouth in Taranaki.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Manukorihi Intermediate: 512. Spotswood Primary School: 507. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Manukorihi Intermediate and Spotswood Primary School rank in Taranaki?
Manukorihi Intermediate is 50th of 56 and Spotswood Primary School is 46th of 56 among intermediate schools in Taranaki on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).