Ashbrook School vs Opotiki College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, 526 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ashbrook School
Opotiki · State full primary · Years 1–8
66 students
Opotiki College
Opotiki · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
330 students
| Measure | Ashbrook School Opotiki, Bay of Plenty | Opotiki College Opotiki, Bay of Plenty |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 13 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #101 of 101 | #33 of 34 |
| National rank | #1558 of 1,559 | #473 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 66 | 330 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 563 | 541 |
| Total roll | 66 | 330 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -25.5% | -18.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | 59.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | 47.4% |
| Māori students | 87.9% | 95.5% |
| Pacific students | 6.1% | 3.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Opotiki | Opotiki |
| region | Bay of Plenty | Bay of Plenty |
| Website | www.ashbrook.school.nz/ | www.opotikicol.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (12.9 vs 13.5).
- •Opotiki College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (541 vs 563).
- •Opotiki College does better on roll size (330 vs 66).
- •Opotiki College does better on roll growth (5 years) (-18.1% vs -25.5%).
- •Opotiki College is the larger school with 330 students compared with 66.
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 Ashbrook School better than Opotiki College?
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 Ashbrook School and Opotiki College?
About 526 m in a straight line, between Opotiki and Opotiki in Bay of Plenty.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ashbrook School: 563. Opotiki College: 541. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ashbrook School and Opotiki College rank in Bay of Plenty?
Ashbrook School is 101st of 101 and Opotiki College is 33rd of 34 among full primary schools in Bay of Plenty on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).