Schools in Waiuku, Waikato (2026)
2 schools · 399 students · 2 state · median Equity Index (EQI) 450.
Waiuku, in Waikato, has 2 schools in New Zealand's 2026 data, together educating about 399 students. By level there is 2 full primary; by sector 2 state.
2 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (NZ). The highest-scoring is Otaua School (57.5, top 50% of full primary schools nationally), followed by Pukeoware School (56.8, top 50% of full primary schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Otaua School (230 students), Pukeoware School (169 students).
Ranked schools in Waiuku
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Waikato.
- 158Otaua SchoolWaiuku · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 450 · 230 students
- 257Pukeoware SchoolWaiuku · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 446 · 169 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Otaua School Waiuku · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 57.5 Top 50% | 450 | 230 |
| 2 | Pukeoware School Waiuku · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 56.8 Top 50% | 446 | 169 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Waiuku?
Otaua School is the highest-ranked school in Waiuku with a Success Index (NZ) of 57.5 out of 100 (Top 50% of full primary schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Waiuku?
Waiuku has 2 schools (2 full primary) educating 399 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Waiuku?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Waiuku is 450. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.