Overview
Paraparaumu School is a state full primary school in Paraparaumu, Wellington. It is a co-educational school. The school has 304 students on the roll. Its Equity Index (EQI) is 463 (above-average equity need). The school has an enrolment scheme (zone). It is located in the Kapiti Coast District territorial authority.
Source: Ministry of Education (2026)
Key Facts
AuthorityState
School TypeFull Primary
Co-Ed StatusCo-Educational
Enrolment SchemeYes (Zoned)
Territorial AuthorityKapiti Coast District
RegionWellington
Urban/RuralMedium urban area
Postcode5032
MoE School ID2949
Student Demographics
Total Roll304
European/Pakeha77.6%
Maori29.9%
Pacific8.2%
Asian4.3%
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 EQI463
National Avg463
Contextabove-average equity need
Source: Ministry of Education EQI (2026)