Norfolk School vs Waitoriki School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Taranaki, New Zealand, 7.5 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Norfolk School
Inglewood ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
158 students
Waitoriki School
Inglewood ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
30 students
| Measure | Norfolk School Inglewood, Taranaki | Waitoriki School Inglewood, Taranaki |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 60 Top 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #16 of 56 | โ |
| National rank | #634 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 158 | 30 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 434 | 458 |
| Total roll | 158 | 30 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 0% | -22.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 19% | 36.7% |
| Pacific students | 2.5% | 6.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Inglewood | Inglewood |
| region | Taranaki | Taranaki |
| Website | www.norfolk.school.nz | โ |
The verdict
- โขNorfolk School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (59.6 vs 41.9).
- โขNorfolk School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (434 vs 458).
- โขNorfolk School does better on roll size (158 vs 30).
- โขNorfolk School does better on roll growth (5 years) (0% vs -22.9%).
- โขNorfolk School is the larger school with 158 students compared with 30.
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 Norfolk School better than Waitoriki School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Norfolk School ranks higher (59.6 vs 41.9 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 Norfolk School and Waitoriki School?
About 7.5 km in a straight line, between Inglewood and Inglewood in Taranaki.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Norfolk School: 434. Waitoriki School: 458. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Norfolk School and Waitoriki School rank in Taranaki?
Norfolk School is 16th of 56 and Waitoriki School is unranked among full primary schools in Taranaki on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).