Mangakino School vs Whakamaru School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 7.1 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mangakino School
Mangakino ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
55 students
Whakamaru School
Whakamaru ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
79 students
| Measure | Mangakino School Mangakino, Waikato | Whakamaru School Whakamaru, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 14 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | โ | #149 of 179 |
| National rank | โ | #1344 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 55 | 79 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 550 | 494 |
| Total roll | 55 | 79 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -12.8% | -6.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 87.3% | 49.4% |
| Pacific students | 7.3% | 7.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Mangakino | Whakamaru |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.mangakino.school.nz | www.whakamaru.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขWhakamaru School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (29.2 vs 14.0).
- โขWhakamaru School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (494 vs 550).
- โขWhakamaru School does better on roll size (79 vs 55).
- โขWhakamaru School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-6.2% vs -12.8%).
- โขWhakamaru School is the larger school with 79 students compared with 55.
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 Mangakino School better than Whakamaru School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Whakamaru School ranks higher (29.2 vs 14.0 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 Mangakino School and Whakamaru School?
About 7.1 km in a straight line, between Mangakino and Whakamaru in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mangakino School: 550. Whakamaru School: 494. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mangakino School and Whakamaru School rank in Waikato?
Mangakino School is unranked and Whakamaru School is 149th of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).