Moanataiari School vs Ngutunui School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 111 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Moanataiari School
Moanataiari · State full primary · Years 1–8
136 students
Ngutunui School
Puketotara · State full primary · Years 1–8
42 students
| Measure | Moanataiari School Moanataiari, Waikato | Ngutunui School Puketotara, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 41 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #117 of 179 | – |
| National rank | #1078 of 1,559 | – |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 136 | 42 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 465 | 465 |
| Total roll | 136 | 42 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -20.7% | 26.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 30.9% | 33.3% |
| Pacific students | 8.8% | 7.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Moanataiari | Puketotara |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.moana.school.nz | www.ngutunui.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (41.4 vs 41.1).
- •Moanataiari School does better on roll size (136 vs 42).
- •Ngutunui School does better on roll growth (5 years) (26.5% vs -20.7%).
- •Moanataiari School is the larger school with 136 students compared with 42.
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 Moanataiari School better than Ngutunui School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Moanataiari School and Ngutunui School?
About 111 km in a straight line, between Moanataiari and Puketotara in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Moanataiari School: 465. Ngutunui School: 465. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Moanataiari School and Ngutunui School rank in Waikato?
Moanataiari School is 117th of 179 and Ngutunui School is unranked among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).