Aorangi School (Rotorua) vs Awhina School/ Activity Centre
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, 555 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aorangi School (Rotorua)
Pukehangi ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
81 students
Awhina School/ Activity Centre
Pukehangi ยท State activity centre
| Measure | Aorangi School (Rotorua) Pukehangi, Bay of Plenty | Awhina School/ Activity Centre Pukehangi, Bay of Plenty |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 17 Lower 50% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #99 of 101 | โ |
| National rank | #1537 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Activity Centre |
| Year range | Years 1โ6 | โ |
| Students | 81 | โ |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 554 | 569 |
| Total roll | 81 | โ |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 31.9% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 92.6% | โ |
| Pacific students | 21% | โ |
| International students | 0% | โ |
| suburb or town | Pukehangi | Pukehangi |
| region | Bay of Plenty | Bay of Plenty |
| Website | aorangi.school.nz | โ |
The verdict
- โขAorangi School (Rotorua) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (554 vs 569).
The Success Index (NZ) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Aorangi School (Rotorua) better than Awhina School/ Activity Centre?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Aorangi School (Rotorua) and Awhina School/ Activity Centre?
About 555 m in a straight line, between Pukehangi and Pukehangi in Bay of Plenty.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Aorangi School (Rotorua): 554. Awhina School/ Activity Centre: 569. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Aorangi School (Rotorua) and Awhina School/ Activity Centre rank in Bay of Plenty?
Aorangi School (Rotorua) is 99th of 101 and Awhina School/ Activity Centre is unranked among contributing schools in Bay of Plenty on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).