State · Full Primary · Co-ed
Oroua Downs School
A state full primary (years 1–8) in Oroua Downs, Foxton, with 87 students on its Jul 2026 roll.
Source · Ministry of Education School Directory — extracted Aug 2026 · Oroua Downs School, Ministry school number 2414 · Reviewed Aug 2026 · Method
On the roll
87students
Oroua Downs School had 87 students enrolled at Jul 2026.
These add up to more than the roll. The Ministry records ethnicity as total response: a student who identifies with more than one ethnicity is counted in each. Percentages are each group's share of the 87 students on the roll, so they sum to about 110%, not 100%.
Source · Ministry of Education School Directory — extracted Aug 2026 · Roll at Jul 2026; groups under 5 students shown as “<5” · Reviewed Aug 2026 · Method
Equity Index
473EQI
moderate socio-economic barriers
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What EQI measures
The Equity Index estimates the extent to which a school's students face socio-economic barriers to achievement. It describes the community a school serves — it does not measure school quality, teaching, or student outcomes. A school facing more barriers can be an outstanding school. For independent evaluation, read the school's ERO reports. What EQI means →
Source · Ministry of Education School Directory — extracted Aug 2026 · Equity Index, 2565 schools; national range 344–569 · Reviewed Aug 2026 · Method
Who may enrol
Oroua Downs School does not operate an enrolment scheme. There is no home zone, and enrolment is not restricted by where a student lives. How enrolment zones work →
School details
Source · Ministry of Education School Directory — extracted Aug 2026 · Contact details as published by the school to the Ministry · Reviewed Aug 2026 · Method
Nearby schools
| School | Type | Years | Roll | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bainesse School | Full Primary | Years 1–8 | 79 | 6.2 km |
| Glen Oroua School | Full Primary | Years 1–8 | 68 | 9.1 km |
| Tangimoana School | Full Primary | Years 1–8 | 16 | 10.6 km |
| Manawatū College | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Years 9–13 | 292 | 10.9 km |
| Foxton School | Full Primary | Years 1–8 | 86 | 11.0 km |
| Coley Street School | Full Primary | Years 1–8 | 214 | 11.5 km |
| St Mary's School (Foxton) | Full Primary | Years 1–8 | 39 | 11.8 km |
| Foxton Beach School | Full Primary | Years 1–8 | 105 | 12.5 km |
Source · Ministry of Education School Directory — extracted Aug 2026 · Distances are straight-line, from the Ministry's directory coordinates — approximate · Reviewed Aug 2026 · Method
Compare with a similar school
- Oroua Downs School vs Bainesse School
- Oroua Downs School vs Glen Oroua School
- Oroua Downs School vs Tangimoana School
Common questions
What year levels does Oroua Downs School cover?
Oroua Downs School is a full primary, which covers years 1–8.
How many students attend Oroua Downs School?
87 students were on the roll at Jul 2026, according to the Ministry of Education's school directory.
Does Oroua Downs School have an enrolment zone?
No. Oroua Downs School does not operate an enrolment scheme, so enrolment is not restricted to a home zone.
Is Oroua Downs School a state school?
Oroua Downs School is a state school.