St Joseph's School (Waitara) vs Tikorangi School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Taranaki, New Zealand, 5.3 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
St Joseph's School (Waitara)
Waitara · State integrated full primary · Years 1–8
91 students
Tikorangi School
Waitara · State contributing · Years 1–6
168 students
| Measure | St Joseph's School (Waitara) Waitara, Taranaki | Tikorangi School Waitara, Taranaki |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 24 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #51 of 56 | #29 of 56 |
| National rank | #1444 of 1,559 | #973 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State integrated | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 91 | 168 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 510 | 464 |
| Total roll | 91 | 168 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -1.4% | 0% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 51.6% | 20.8% |
| Pacific students | 6.6% | 3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Waitara | Waitara |
| region | Taranaki | Taranaki |
| Website | – | www.tikorangi.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Tikorangi School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (46.1 vs 24.3).
- •Tikorangi School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (464 vs 510).
- •Tikorangi School does better on roll size (168 vs 91).
- •Tikorangi School does better on roll growth (5 years) (0% vs -1.4%).
- •Tikorangi School is the larger school with 168 students compared with 91.
- •St Joseph's School (Waitara) is a state integrated school while Tikorangi School is a state 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 St Joseph's School (Waitara) better than Tikorangi School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Tikorangi School ranks higher (46.1 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 St Joseph's School (Waitara) and Tikorangi School?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Waitara and Waitara in Taranaki.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
St Joseph's School (Waitara): 510. Tikorangi School: 464. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do St Joseph's School (Waitara) and Tikorangi School rank in Taranaki?
St Joseph's School (Waitara) is 51st of 56 and Tikorangi School is 29th of 56 among full primary schools in Taranaki on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).