Manukorihi Intermediate vs Waitara Central School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Taranaki, New Zealand, 999 m 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
Waitara Central School
Waitara · State contributing · Years 1–6
184 students
| Measure | Manukorihi Intermediate Waitara, Taranaki | Waitara Central School Waitara, Taranaki |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 26 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #50 of 56 | #49 of 56 |
| National rank | #1418 of 1,559 | #1411 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 210 | 184 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 512 | 535 |
| Total roll | 210 | 184 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -18.3% | 39.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 56.7% | 74.5% |
| Pacific students | 3.3% | 6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Waitara | Waitara |
| region | Taranaki | Taranaki |
| Website | www.manukorihi.school.nz | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (25.9 vs 26.4).
- •Manukorihi Intermediate does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (512 vs 535).
- •Manukorihi Intermediate does better on roll size (210 vs 184).
- •Waitara Central School does better on roll growth (5 years) (39.2% vs -18.3%).
- •Manukorihi Intermediate is the larger school with 210 students compared with 184.
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 Waitara Central School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Manukorihi Intermediate and Waitara Central School?
About 999 m in a straight line, between Waitara and Waitara in Taranaki.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Manukorihi Intermediate: 512. Waitara Central School: 535. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Manukorihi Intermediate and Waitara Central School rank in Taranaki?
Manukorihi Intermediate is 50th of 56 and Waitara Central School is 49th of 56 among intermediate schools in Taranaki on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).