Midhirst School vs Ngamatapouri School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Taranaki, New Zealand, 59 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Midhirst School
Midhirst · State full primary · Years 1–8
139 students
Ngamatapouri School
Waitotara · State full primary · Years 1–8
8 students
| Measure | Midhirst School Midhirst, Taranaki | Ngamatapouri School Waitotara, Taranaki |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 41 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #35 of 56 | – |
| National rank | #1077 of 1,559 | – |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 139 | 8 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 477 | 477 |
| Total roll | 139 | 8 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 1.6% | -64.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 14.4% | 100% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Midhirst | Waitotara |
| region | Taranaki | Taranaki |
| Website | sites.google.com/midhirst.school.nz/test/ | www.ngamatapourischool.co.nz |
The verdict
- •Midhirst School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (41.4 vs 32.7).
- •Midhirst School does better on roll size (139 vs 8).
- •Midhirst School does better on roll growth (5 years) (1.6% vs -64.3%).
- •Midhirst School is the larger school with 139 students compared with 8.
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 Midhirst School better than Ngamatapouri School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Midhirst School ranks higher (41.4 vs 32.7 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 Midhirst School and Ngamatapouri School?
About 59 km in a straight line, between Midhirst and Waitotara in Taranaki.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Midhirst School: 477. Ngamatapouri School: 477. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Midhirst School and Ngamatapouri School rank in Taranaki?
Midhirst School is 35th of 56 and Ngamatapouri School is unranked among full primary schools in Taranaki on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).