Opotiki College vs Te Whata Tau o Putauaki
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, 52 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Opotiki College
Opotiki ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
330 students
Te Whata Tau o Putauaki
Kawerau ยท State composite ยท Years 1โ13
95 students
| Measure | Opotiki College Opotiki, Bay of Plenty | Te Whata Tau o Putauaki Kawerau, Bay of Plenty |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 14 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #33 of 34 | #28 of 34 |
| National rank | #473 of 486 | #453 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Composite |
| Year range | Years 9โ13 | Years 1โ13 |
| Students | 330 | 95 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 541 | 541 |
| Total roll | 330 | 95 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -18.1% | 27.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 59.6% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 47.4% | โ |
| Mฤori students | 95.5% | 98.9% |
| Pacific students | 3.3% | 2.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Opotiki | Kawerau |
| region | Bay of Plenty | Bay of Plenty |
| Website | www.opotikicol.school.nz | www.twtop.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขTe Whata Tau o Putauaki scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (18.1 vs 13.5).
- โขOpotiki College does better on roll size (330 vs 95).
- โขTe Whata Tau o Putauaki does better on roll growth (5 years) (27.1% vs -18.1%).
- โขOpotiki College is the larger school with 330 students compared with 95.
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 Opotiki College better than Te Whata Tau o Putauaki?
On the Success Index (NZ), Te Whata Tau o Putauaki ranks higher (18.1 vs 13.5 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 Opotiki College and Te Whata Tau o Putauaki?
About 52 km in a straight line, between Opotiki and Kawerau in Bay of Plenty.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Opotiki College: 541. Te Whata Tau o Putauaki: 541. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Opotiki College and Te Whata Tau o Putauaki rank in Bay of Plenty?
Opotiki College is 33rd of 34 and Te Whata Tau o Putauaki is 28th of 34 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Bay of Plenty on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).