Central Takaka School vs Lower Moutere School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tasman, New Zealand, 34 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Takaka School
Takaka · State contributing · Years 1–6
46 students
Lower Moutere School
Lower Moutere · State full primary · Years 1–8
220 students
| Measure | Central Takaka School Takaka, Tasman | Lower Moutere School Lower Moutere, Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 43 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #21 of 22 |
| National rank | – | #1136 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 46 | 220 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 458 | 474 |
| Total roll | 46 | 220 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.9% | -2.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 10.9% | 15.9% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 3.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Takaka | Lower Moutere |
| region | Tasman | Tasman |
| Website | www.centraltakaka.school.nz | www.lowermoutere.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Central Takaka School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (42.8 vs 38.8).
- •Central Takaka School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (458 vs 474).
- •Lower Moutere School does better on roll size (220 vs 46).
- •Lower Moutere School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-2.2% vs -2.9%).
- •Lower Moutere School is the larger school with 220 students compared with 46.
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 Central Takaka School better than Lower Moutere School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Central Takaka School ranks higher (42.8 vs 38.8 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 Central Takaka School and Lower Moutere School?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Takaka and Lower Moutere in Tasman.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Central Takaka School: 458. Lower Moutere School: 474. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Central Takaka School and Lower Moutere School rank in Tasman?
Central Takaka School is unranked and Lower Moutere School is 21st of 22 among contributing schools in Tasman on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).