Manukorihi Intermediate vs Waitara East School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Taranaki, New Zealand, 642 m 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
Waitara East School
Waitara ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
204 students
| Measure | Manukorihi Intermediate Waitara, Taranaki | Waitara East School Waitara, Taranaki |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 26 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #50 of 56 | #55 of 56 |
| National rank | #1418 of 1,559 | #1505 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 7โ8 | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 210 | 204 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 512 | 532 |
| Total roll | 210 | 204 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -18.3% | -8.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 56.7% | 81.9% |
| Pacific students | 3.3% | 4.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Waitara | Waitara |
| region | Taranaki | Taranaki |
| Website | www.manukorihi.school.nz | www.waitaraeast.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขManukorihi Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (25.9 vs 20.6).
- โขManukorihi Intermediate does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (512 vs 532).
- โขManukorihi Intermediate does better on roll size (210 vs 204).
- โขWaitara East School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-8.5% vs -18.3%).
- โขManukorihi Intermediate is the larger school with 210 students compared with 204.
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 East School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Manukorihi Intermediate ranks higher (25.9 vs 20.6 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 Waitara East School?
About 642 m in a straight line, between Waitara and Waitara in Taranaki.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Manukorihi Intermediate: 512. Waitara East School: 532. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Manukorihi Intermediate and Waitara East School rank in Taranaki?
Manukorihi Intermediate is 50th of 56 and Waitara East School is 55th of 56 among intermediate schools in Taranaki on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).