Moanataiari School vs Pārāwai School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 3.8 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
Pārāwai School
Parawai · State full primary · Years 1–8
246 students
| Measure | Moanataiari School Moanataiari, Waikato | Pārāwai School Parawai, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 41 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #117 of 179 | #118 of 179 |
| National rank | #1078 of 1,559 | #1079 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 136 | 246 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 465 | 468 |
| Total roll | 136 | 246 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -20.7% | -8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 30.9% | 30.5% |
| Pacific students | 8.8% | 4.9% |
| International students | 0% | 1.6% |
| suburb or town | Moanataiari | Parawai |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.moana.school.nz | www.parawai.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (41.4 vs 41.4).
- •Moanataiari School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (465 vs 468).
- •Pārāwai School does better on roll size (246 vs 136).
- •Pārāwai School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-8% vs -20.7%).
- •Pārāwai School is the larger school with 246 students compared with 136.
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 Pārāwai 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 Pārāwai School?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Moanataiari and Parawai in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Moanataiari School: 465. Pārāwai School: 468. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Moanataiari School and Pārāwai School rank in Waikato?
Moanataiari School is 117th of 179 and Pārāwai School is 118th of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).