Manukorihi Intermediate vs St Joseph's School (Waitara)
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Taranaki, New Zealand, 1.4 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manukorihi Intermediate
Waitara · State intermediate · Years 7–8
210 students
St Joseph's School (Waitara)
Waitara · State integrated full primary · Years 1–8
91 students
| Measure | Manukorihi Intermediate Waitara, Taranaki | St Joseph's School (Waitara) Waitara, Taranaki |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 26 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #50 of 56 | #51 of 56 |
| National rank | #1418 of 1,559 | #1444 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State integrated |
| Type | Intermediate | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 210 | 91 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 512 | 510 |
| Total roll | 210 | 91 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -18.3% | -1.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 56.7% | 51.6% |
| Pacific students | 3.3% | 6.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Waitara | Waitara |
| region | Taranaki | Taranaki |
| Website | www.manukorihi.school.nz | – |
The verdict
- •Manukorihi Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (25.9 vs 24.3).
- •St Joseph's School (Waitara) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (510 vs 512).
- •Manukorihi Intermediate does better on roll size (210 vs 91).
- •St Joseph's School (Waitara) does better on roll growth (5 years) (-1.4% vs -18.3%).
- •Manukorihi Intermediate is the larger school with 210 students compared with 91.
- •Manukorihi Intermediate is a state school while St Joseph's School (Waitara) is a state integrated school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 St Joseph's School (Waitara)?
On the Success Index (NZ), Manukorihi Intermediate ranks higher (25.9 vs 24.3 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 Manukorihi Intermediate and St Joseph's School (Waitara)?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Waitara and Waitara in Taranaki.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Manukorihi Intermediate: 512. St Joseph's School (Waitara): 510. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Manukorihi Intermediate and St Joseph's School (Waitara) rank in Taranaki?
Manukorihi Intermediate is 50th of 56 and St Joseph's School (Waitara) is 51st of 56 among intermediate schools in Taranaki on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).