Schools in Hamilton, Waikato (2026)
10 schools · 6,240 students · 8 state, 1 state integrated, 1 private · median Equity Index (EQI) 463.
Ranked schools in Hamilton
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Waikato.
- 186Waikato Diocesan School For GirlsHamilton · State integrated Secondary (Year 9-15)Equity Index (EQI) 391 · 675 students
- 272Hamilton Boys' High SchoolHamilton · State Secondary (Year 9-15)Equity Index (EQI) 429 · 2,267 students
- 372Rotokauri SchoolHamilton · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 423 · 249 students
- 466Hamilton Girls' High SchoolHamilton · State Secondary (Year 9-15)Equity Index (EQI) 463 · 1,783 students
- 561Tauwhare SchoolHamilton · State ContributingEquity Index (EQI) 423 · 119 students
- 648Koromatua SchoolHamilton · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 473 · 222 students
- 736Maeroa IntermediateHamilton · State IntermediateEquity Index (EQI) 495 · 701 students
- 827Tai WanangaHamilton · State Secondary (Year 9-15)Equity Index (EQI) 526 · 165 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waikato Diocesan School For Girls Hamilton · Secondary (Year 9-15) · Years 9–13 | State integrated | 86.0 Top 5% | 391 | 675 |
| 2 | Hamilton Boys' High School Hamilton · Secondary (Year 9-15) · Years 9–13 | State | 72.4 Top 25% | 429 | 2,267 |
| 3 | Rotokauri School Hamilton · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 71.5 Top 25% | 423 | 249 |
| 4 | Hamilton Girls' High School Hamilton · Secondary (Year 9-15) · Years 9–13 | State | 66.3 Top 50% | 463 | 1,783 |
| 5 | Tauwhare School Hamilton · Contributing · Years 1–6 | State | 60.5 Top 50% | 423 | 119 |
| 6 | Koromatua School Hamilton · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 47.5 Lower 50% | 473 | 222 |
| 7 | Maeroa Intermediate Hamilton · Intermediate · Years 7–8 | State | 36.0 Lower 50% | 495 | 701 |
| 8 | Tai Wananga Hamilton · Secondary (Year 9-15) · Years 9–13 | State | 26.5 Lower 50% | 526 | 165 |
Other schools in Hamilton
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 Hamilton?
Waikato Diocesan School For Girls is the highest-ranked school in Hamilton with a Success Index (NZ) of 86.0 out of 100 (Top 5% of secondary (year 9-15) schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Hamilton?
Hamilton has 10 schools (4 secondary (year 9-15), 3 full primary, 1 contributing, 1 intermediate, 1 teen parent unit) educating 6,240 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Hamilton?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Hamilton is 463. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.