Schools in Waihi, Waikato (2026)
5 schools · 995 students · 4 state, 1 state integrated · median Equity Index (EQI) 485.
Ranked schools in Waihi
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Waikato.
- 149Waihi East SchoolWaihi · State ContributingEquity Index (EQI) 470 · 233 students
- 239Waihi CollegeWaihi · State Secondary (Year 7-15)Equity Index (EQI) 485 · 553 students
- 319Waihi Central SchoolWaihi · State ContributingEquity Index (EQI) 534 · 119 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waihi East School Waihi · Contributing · Years 1–6 | State | 49.2 Lower 50% | 470 | 233 |
| 2 | Waihi College Waihi · Secondary (Year 7-15) · Years 7–13 | State | 38.8 Lower 50% | 485 | 553 |
| 3 | Waihi Central School Waihi · Contributing · Years 1–6 | State | 18.6 Lower 50% | 534 | 119 |
Other schools in Waihi
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 Waihi?
Waihi East School is the highest-ranked school in Waihi with a Success Index (NZ) of 49.2 out of 100 (Lower 50% of contributing schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Waihi?
Waihi has 5 schools (3 contributing, 1 full primary, 1 secondary (year 7-15)) educating 995 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Waihi?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Waihi is 485. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.