Ashbrook School vs Opotiki School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, 981 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 School
Opotiki · State full primary · Years 1–8
326 students
| Measure | Ashbrook School Opotiki, Bay of Plenty | Opotiki School Opotiki, Bay of Plenty |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 13 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #101 of 101 | #81 of 101 |
| National rank | #1558 of 1,559 | #1359 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 66 | 326 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 563 | 555 |
| Total roll | 66 | 326 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -25.5% | 6.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 87.9% | 93.3% |
| Pacific students | 6.1% | 7.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Opotiki | Opotiki |
| region | Bay of Plenty | Bay of Plenty |
| Website | www.ashbrook.school.nz/ | www.opotiki.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Opotiki School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (28.5 vs 12.9).
- •Opotiki School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (555 vs 563).
- •Opotiki School does better on roll size (326 vs 66).
- •Opotiki School does better on roll growth (5 years) (6.1% vs -25.5%).
- •Opotiki School is the larger school with 326 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 School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Opotiki School ranks higher (28.5 vs 12.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Ashbrook School and Opotiki School?
About 981 m in a straight line, between Opotiki and Opotiki in Bay of Plenty.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ashbrook School: 563. Opotiki School: 555. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ashbrook School and Opotiki School rank in Bay of Plenty?
Ashbrook School is 101st of 101 and Opotiki School is 81st of 101 among full primary schools in Bay of Plenty on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).