Overview
Kiwitea School is a state full primary school in Kiwitea, Manawatū-Whanganui. It is a co-educational school. The school has 61 students on the roll. Its Equity Index (EQI) is 455 (average equity need). The school has an enrolment scheme (zone). It is located in the Manawatu District territorial authority.
Source: Ministry of Education (2026)
Key Facts
AuthorityState
School TypeFull Primary
Co-Ed StatusCo-Educational
Enrolment SchemeYes (Zoned)
Territorial AuthorityManawatu District
RegionManawatū-Whanganui
Urban/RuralRural other
Postcode4777
MoE School ID2382
Student Demographics
Total Roll61
European/Pakeha91.8%
Maori8.2%
Pacific0%
Asian6.6%
Ethnicity Distribution
Source: Ministry of Education (2026)
Equity Index (EQI)
The Equity Index replaced the decile system in 2023. It measures the socio-economic context of a school's student community. A higher EQI indicates greater equity need (more disadvantaged). The national average is approximately 463.
School EQI455
National Avg463
Contextaverage equity need
Source: Ministry of Education EQI (2026)