Overview
Lepperton School is a state full primary school in Lepperton, Taranaki. It is a co-educational school. The school has 125 students on the roll. Its Equity Index (EQI) is 423 (below-average equity need). The school has an enrolment scheme (zone). It is located in the New Plymouth District territorial authority.
Source: Ministry of Education (2026)
Key Facts
AuthorityState
School TypeFull Primary
Co-Ed StatusCo-Educational
Enrolment SchemeYes (Zoned)
Territorial AuthorityNew Plymouth District
RegionTaranaki
Urban/RuralRural settlement
Postcode4373
MoE School ID2182
Student Demographics
Total Roll125
European/Pakeha96%
Maori22.4%
Pacific2.4%
Asian4.8%
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 EQI423
National Avg463
Contextbelow-average equity need
Source: Ministry of Education EQI (2026)