Schools in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty (2026)
9 schools · 3,122 students · 9 state · median Equity Index (EQI) 505.
Ranked schools in Rotorua
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Bay of Plenty.
- 151Kaharoa SchoolRotorua · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 445 · 179 students
- 242Westbrook SchoolRotorua · State ContributingEquity Index (EQI) 475 · 491 students
- 342Rotorua Boys' High SchoolRotorua · State Secondary (Year 9-15)Equity Index (EQI) 504 · 1,138 students
- 433Rotorua IntermediateRotorua · State IntermediateEquity Index (EQI) 505 · 654 students
- 530Selwyn SchoolRotorua · State ContributingEquity Index (EQI) 544 · 339 students
- 630Rotokawa SchoolRotorua · State ContributingEquity Index (EQI) 498 · 174 students
- 728Te Rangihakahaka Centre for Science and TechnologyRotorua · State Composite (Year 1-10)Equity Index (EQI) 513 · 105 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kaharoa School Rotorua · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 51.2 Top 50% | 445 | 179 |
| 2 | Westbrook School Rotorua · Contributing · Years 1–6 | State | 41.7 Lower 50% | 475 | 491 |
| 3 | Rotorua Boys' High School Rotorua · Secondary (Year 9-15) · Years 9–13 | State | 41.6 Lower 50% | 504 | 1,138 |
| 4 | Rotorua Intermediate Rotorua · Intermediate · Years 7–8 | State | 32.8 Lower 50% | 505 | 654 |
| 5 | Selwyn School Rotorua · Contributing · Years 1–6 | State | 30.1 Lower 50% | 544 | 339 |
| 6 | Rotokawa School Rotorua · Contributing · Years 1–6 | State | 29.8 Lower 50% | 498 | 174 |
| 7 | Te Rangihakahaka Centre for Science and Technology Rotorua · Composite (Year 1-10) · Years 1–13 | State | 28.1 Lower 50% | 513 | 105 |
Other schools in Rotorua
Schools without a rank: fewer than 60 students, no published Equity Index (EQI), or a school type that is not scored.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Rotorua?
Kaharoa School is the highest-ranked school in Rotorua with a Success Index (NZ) of 51.2 out of 100 (Top 50% of full primary schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Rotorua?
Rotorua has 9 schools (2 full primary, 3 contributing, 1 secondary (year 9-15), 1 intermediate, 1 composite (year 1-10), 1 teen parent unit) educating 3,122 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Rotorua?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Rotorua is 505. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.