Schools in Marton
Taranaki & Manawatū · New Zealand
There are 8 schools in and around Marton (Taranaki & Manawatū) — 6 primary, 2 secondary. Huntley School (Marton) is the highest-scoring on the SchoolsNearMe value-added composite, which compares every school against its EQI peer group. Each profile is source-linked to Education Counts, ERO and the Ministry of Education.
8 schools · refreshed from Education Counts 2026-07-12. Full methodology.
Schools in Marton ranked by value-added score
The SchoolsNearMe composite scores every level against its EQI peer group, so it surfaces schools that get the most out of their students — not just the most advantaged intake. How it's calculated.
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Wellbeing100Trajectory60ERO review85 - View profile →
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Wellbeing100Trajectory33ERO review75 - View profile →
69
/ 100 composite
Academic93Outcomes10Retention87Wellbeing100Trajectory67ERO review80 - View profile →
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Wellbeing91Trajectory18ERO review69 - View profile →
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Wellbeing0Trajectory100ERO review83 - View profile →
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Wellbeing33Trajectory51ERO review79 - View profile →
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Academic67Outcomes14Retention72Wellbeing67Trajectory63ERO review74 - View profile →
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Wellbeing0Trajectory81ERO review80
What the record says about Marton schools
Plain-language summaries distilled from each school's ERO reports and Ministry records. Every claim is source-linked on the school's profile.
Huntley School (Marton)
Huntley School (Marton) is a full primary school serving 147 students in Marton. The February 2021 ERO review confirmed the school meets all eight criteria for registration as a private school, with suitable premises, appropriate staffing, and clear policies supporting student safety. The school achieved a composite score of 85.
Full source-linked profile →South Makirikiri School
South Makirikiri School's board assurance review in June 2023 confirmed the board has met regulatory and legislative requirements, with board administration and curriculum requirements verified. No composite score data is available.
Full source-linked profile →Nga Tawa Diocesan School
Nga Tawa Diocesan School's 2023 ERO review identified a culture of inclusivity underpinned by its special character, informed by positive psychology and increasingly culturally responsive practices. The school demonstrates consistently high academic achievement outcomes at all levels of NCEA, with clear strategic intent to improve wellbeing and resilience led by experienced school leaders.
Full source-linked profile →James Cook School
James Cook School is a full primary in Marton with 156 students. The school's most recent ERO review (April 2025) found that success and progress for all learners is increasing, with a large majority meeting or exceeding expected curriculum levels in reading, writing, and most in mathematics. Results are becoming more equitable across learner groups. The school's composite score is 69.
Full source-linked profile →St Matthew's School (Marton)
St Matthew's School's 2025 ERO review found that success and progress for all learners is increasing, with a large majority meeting or exceeding curriculum levels in reading, writing and mathematics with growing equity across groups. Learners demonstrate strong belonging and confidence in their identity and culture, while leaders foster quality teaching and relational trust. The school's composite score is 83.
Full source-linked profile →Rangitīkei College
Rangitīkei College has a shared vision articulated through its pouwhenua, providing a clear decision-making framework. Leaders prioritise cultural connection, identity, language and belonging to create an effective learning environment. The school's strategic intent aligns with the South Rangitīkei kāhui ako to ensure a community-wide response to student achievement and wellbeing.
Full source-linked profile →Marton School
Marton School's most recent ERO review in April 2024 found that most students are progressing well in reading, writing and mathematics with increasingly equitable outcomes, including for Māori and Pacific learners. The school has implemented targeted interventions such as appointing a specialist literacy teacher and shows strong collaborative teaching practices supported by effective assessment processes. The school's composite score is 80.
Full source-linked profile →Frequently asked questions about Marton schools
What schools are in Marton?
Marton has 8 schools on our records (6 primary, 2 secondary): Rangitīkei College, Nga Tawa Diocesan School, James Cook School, Marton Junction School, Marton School, South Makirikiri School, St Matthew's School (Marton), Huntley School (Marton). Every school links to a source-backed profile with ERO history, NCEA results and audited financials.
What is the best school in Marton?
On the SchoolsNearMe value-added composite — which scores each school against its EQI peer group across all year levels — Huntley School (Marton) ranks highest among Marton schools (84/100). On NCEA and University Entrance results, Nga Tawa Diocesan School leads the local secondary schools. "Best" depends on what you value — compare profiles to weigh academic results, ERO trajectory, retention and wellbeing.
What is the school zone for Marton?
Many New Zealand state schools operate an enrolment zone (home zone), so your home address — not just the suburb — determines which in-zone state schools you can enrol at. Living in Marton does not guarantee a place at any particular school. Check each school's current zone with the school directly or use our by-address tool to see which schools cover a specific Marton address.
Decile or EQI — how are Marton schools rated for socio-economic need?
New Zealand replaced the decile system with the Equity Index (EQI) in 2023. A lower EQI means a more socio-economically advantaged community; a higher EQI means greater need. EQI is a funding tool, not a quality measure — a high-EQI school can outperform a low-EQI one. The SchoolsNearMe composite controls for EQI so a school serving a more disadvantaged community isn't unfairly penalised.
Source data: Education Counts (NCEA, retention, destinations, discipline, funding) · Ministry of Education (roll, EQI, identity) · Education Review Office (reviews).