Pukenui School (Te Kuiti) vs Te Wharekura o Maniapoto
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 4.9 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pukenui School (Te Kuiti)
Te Kuiti ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
137 students
Te Wharekura o Maniapoto
Te Kuiti ยท State composite ยท Years 1โ13
126 students
| Measure | Pukenui School (Te Kuiti) Te Kuiti, Waikato | Te Wharekura o Maniapoto Te Kuiti, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 18 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #175 of 179 | #54 of 58 |
| National rank | #1536 of 1,559 | #443 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Composite |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ13 |
| Students | 137 | 126 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 540 | 527 |
| Total roll | 137 | 126 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -10.5% | -3.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 83.2% | 100% |
| Pacific students | 9.5% | 5.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Te Kuiti | Te Kuiti |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.pukenui.school.nz | www.maniapoto.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- โขTe Wharekura o Maniapoto scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (20.2 vs 17.5).
- โขTe Wharekura o Maniapoto does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (527 vs 540).
- โขPukenui School (Te Kuiti) does better on roll size (137 vs 126).
- โขTe Wharekura o Maniapoto does better on roll growth (5 years) (-3.3% vs -10.5%).
- โขPukenui School (Te Kuiti) is the larger school with 137 students compared with 126.
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 Pukenui School (Te Kuiti) better than Te Wharekura o Maniapoto?
On the Success Index (NZ), Te Wharekura o Maniapoto ranks higher (20.2 vs 17.5 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 Pukenui School (Te Kuiti) and Te Wharekura o Maniapoto?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Te Kuiti and Te Kuiti in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Pukenui School (Te Kuiti): 540. Te Wharekura o Maniapoto: 527. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Pukenui School (Te Kuiti) and Te Wharekura o Maniapoto rank in Waikato?
Pukenui School (Te Kuiti) is 175th of 179 and Te Wharekura o Maniapoto is 54th of 58 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).