Lakeview School vs Titahi Bay North School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 72 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakeview School
Masterton · State full primary · Years 1–8
598 students
Titahi Bay North School
Titahi Bay · State full primary · Years 1–8
129 students
| Measure | Lakeview School Masterton, Wellington | Titahi Bay North School Titahi Bay, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 40 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #135 of 176 | #172 of 176 |
| National rank | #1104 of 1,559 | #1448 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 598 | 129 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 517 | 516 |
| Total roll | 598 | 129 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 31.9% | -0.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 50.5% | 70.5% |
| Pacific students | 12.9% | 35.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Masterton | Titahi Bay |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.lakeviewschool.info | www.titahibaynorth.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Lakeview School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (40.1 vs 23.6).
- •Titahi Bay North School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (516 vs 517).
- •Lakeview School does better on roll size (598 vs 129).
- •Lakeview School does better on roll growth (5 years) (31.9% vs -0.7%).
- •Lakeview School is the larger school with 598 students compared with 129.
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 Lakeview School better than Titahi Bay North School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Lakeview School ranks higher (40.1 vs 23.6 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 Lakeview School and Titahi Bay North School?
About 72 km in a straight line, between Masterton and Titahi Bay in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Lakeview School: 517. Titahi Bay North School: 516. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Lakeview School and Titahi Bay North School rank in Wellington?
Lakeview School is 135th of 176 and Titahi Bay North School is 172nd of 176 among full primary schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).