Central Takaka School vs Motueka South School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tasman, New Zealand, 32 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
Motueka South School
Motueka · State full primary · Years 1–8
166 students
| Measure | Central Takaka School Takaka, Tasman | Motueka South School Motueka, Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 43 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #20 of 22 |
| National rank | – | #968 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 46 | 166 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 458 | 455 |
| Total roll | 46 | 166 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.9% | -25.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 10.9% | 18.1% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 9% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Takaka | Motueka |
| region | Tasman | Tasman |
| Website | www.centraltakaka.school.nz | www.motuekasouth.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Motueka South School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (46.2 vs 42.8).
- •Motueka South School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (455 vs 458).
- •Motueka South School does better on roll size (166 vs 46).
- •Central Takaka School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-2.9% vs -25.7%).
- •Motueka South School is the larger school with 166 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 Motueka South School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Motueka South School ranks higher (46.2 vs 42.8 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 Motueka South School?
About 32 km in a straight line, between Takaka and Motueka in Tasman.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Central Takaka School: 458. Motueka South School: 455. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Central Takaka School and Motueka South School rank in Tasman?
Central Takaka School is unranked and Motueka South School is 20th of 22 among contributing schools in Tasman on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).