Mākoura College vs Puawānanga Wairarapa Young Parents
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 36 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mākoura College
Masterton · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
356 students
Puawānanga Wairarapa Young Parents
Masterton · State teen parent unit
| Measure | Mākoura College Masterton, Wellington | Puawānanga Wairarapa Young Parents Masterton, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 33 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #40 of 46 | – |
| National rank | #354 of 486 | – |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Teen Parent Unit |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | – |
| Students | 356 | – |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 537 | 569 |
| Total roll | 356 | – |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 6.8% | 0% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 82.5% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 56.3% | – |
| Māori students | 63.5% | – |
| Pacific students | 14.6% | – |
| International students | 0% | – |
| suburb or town | Masterton | Masterton |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.mc.school.nz | makoura-college.school.nz/makoura/index_frame.htm |
The verdict
- •Mākoura College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (537 vs 569).
- •Mākoura College does better on roll growth (5 years) (6.8% vs 0%).
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 Mākoura College better than Puawānanga Wairarapa Young Parents?
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 Mākoura College and Puawānanga Wairarapa Young Parents?
About 36 m in a straight line, between Masterton and Masterton in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mākoura College: 537. Puawānanga Wairarapa Young Parents: 569. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mākoura College and Puawānanga Wairarapa Young Parents rank in Wellington?
Mākoura College is 40th of 46 and Puawānanga Wairarapa Young Parents is unranked among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).