Ratapiko School
4 Ratapiko Road, Ratapiko · Taranaki & Manawatū
In summary
Ratapiko School is a full primary school with a composite score of 82. ERO's 2019 regular review found strong achievement in reading and mathematics, with identified target students making accelerated progress. The school demonstrates a collaborative culture among staff, trustees and whānau, with clear expectations for teaching and learning and consistent alignment of school priorities and values through curriculum and class programmes.
Best suited for
Students aged 5-11 in Ratapiko looking for a state-funded setting.
Is Ratapiko School a good school?
Ratapiko School has a roll size below our composite-score threshold (roll < 30 (cohort too small for a reliable rollup)). The per-axis data on this profile (NCEA, retention, discipline, funding) is still complete — only the rollup is hidden because small cohorts make rollups noisy.
Strengths from the latest ERO report
- A culture of collaboration among staff, trustees and whānau that maintains clear expectations for teaching and learning across the school
- Clear direction setting that establishes challenging goals for student achievement
- Alignment of school priorities and values that are consistently enacted through to the curriculum and class programmes
Summary derived from ERO reports + audited financials + MoE records. Every claim links to its source — see data transparency at the bottom of this page.
Latest ERO review
2019-08-21 · Phillip Cowie, Central Region
- End of 2018 data indicates a large majority of students achieved at or above expectation in reading and mathematics, and half in writing
- School values of respect, responsibility and ready to learn are clearly evident in classrooms with well-engaged students through focused learning opportunities
- Mid-2019 data shows many identified target students made accelerated progress in reading, writing or mathematics
- Principal's leadership focuses purposefully on improving student outcomes through building teacher confidence and capability
- School processes and practices are effective in enabling achievement of equity and excellence and acceleration of learning
"The principal's leadership focuses purposefully on improving student outcomes through building teacher confidence and capability, and the provision of an environment that is conducive to learning."
Composite score across reviews
2 ERO reviews on file, 2016–2019. Click a point to read that review.
Discipline (age-standardised, per 1,000 students)
Stand-down = sent home temporarily. Suspension = formal investigation. Exclusion = removed from school. National averages shown for comparison.
Stand-downs · 2024
0.0
· NZ avg ~37
Suspensions · 2024
0.0
· NZ avg ~5
Exclusions · 2024
0.0
· NZ avg ~1.5
Government funding
Crown funding only (school operations + teacher salaries + property). Excludes locally-raised funds, international fees and trading income — those are in the audited financial report above.
Total Crown funding · 2022
$0.43M
Per-student funding · 2022
$15,915
2018
$0.4M
2019
$0.3M
2020
$0.3M
2021
$0.4M
2022
$0.4M
Roll by year level
July 2025 roll return.
- Year 01 1
- Year 02 5
- Year 03 1
- Year 04 5
- Year 05 3
- Year 06 5
- Year 07 3
- Year 08 3
Roll by ethnicity
Share of total roll. Students who identify with multiple ethnicities are counted once.
- European/Pākehā 74.1%
- Māori 29.6%
- Pacific 14.8%
- Asian 7.4%
- Other / MELAA 7.4%
Location
4 Ratapiko Road, Ratapiko. Nearby schools marked in grey.
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Schools nearby
Within 15km, sorted by distance. Add any to compare with Ratapiko School.
Kaimata School
Full Primary · 5.1km · 105 roll
70
Norfolk School
Full Primary · 7.8km · 157 roll
55
Waitoriki School
Full Primary · 10km · 35 roll
71
St Patrick's School (Inglewood)
Full Primary · 10.7km · 62 roll
44
Midhirst School
Full Primary · 11.2km · 137 roll
46
Inglewood Primary School
Full Primary · 11.5km · 407 roll
58
Frequently asked
Is Ratapiko School a good school?
Ratapiko School has a roll size below our composite-score threshold (roll < 30 (cohort too small for a reliable rollup)). The per-axis data on this profile (NCEA, retention, discipline, funding) is still complete — only the rollup is hidden because small cohorts make rollups noisy.
What does the latest ERO review say?
ERO's 2019-08 review identified 5 key findings. End of 2018 data indicates a large majority of students achieved at or above expectation in reading and mathematics, and half in writing
How do I enrol my child at Ratapiko School?
Contact the school directly on 06-7624818, email admin@ratapiko.school.nz, or visit www.ratapiko.school.nz. For state schools, check your home address against the school's enrolment zone — some schools are in-zone-only.
What are the fees?
Ratapiko School is a state school. There is no tuition fee for domestic students; voluntary donations may be requested.
What is the roll size?
Ratapiko School has 27 students, with an EQI of 463 (mid-range socio-economic context).
When was the school last reviewed by ERO?
The Education Review Office last reviewed Ratapiko School in 2019-08, signed by Phillip Cowie. 2 ERO reports are on file in our archive.
Data transparency
Every fact on this page links to its source. We never publish a claim without provenance — read our methodology for the full rules.
Sourced from
- ero.govt.nz
- schoolsdata.co.nz
- crimestats.co.nz